21-Year-Old Alexa Carrasco Injured in Horrific Hit-and-Run on University Avenue [Riverside, CA]

Riverside, CA (June 16, 2025) – 21-year-old Alexa Carrasco was injured after a horrific hit-and-run on University Avenue.

According to the Riverside Police Department, the frightening crash happened Saturday evening at around 9:10 p.m. between Main and Orange streets.

Police is searching for the driver who crashed into and seriously injured Carrasco during a protest Saturday night.

Reports say that a speeding SUV drove around a large group of demonstrators marching on University Avenue between Main and Orange streets, struck Carrasco, and fled the scene.

Paramedics transported Carrasco to the hospital, where she remains in stable condition, though she sustained a cracked rib, punctured lung, broken leg, and severe skull injuries, and is in a medically induced coma awaiting a second surgery.

Friends say that Carrasco was peacefully protesting when the driver began provoking the crowd.

Video of the collision shows protesters approaching the black SUV, with one bumping the left taillight and another smashing it with an object, before the suspect quickly turned into the crowd, ran over Carrasco, and sped away while protesters gave chase.

Stay Alert, Stay Safe, Pedestrian Safety Matters

Every year, thousands of pedestrians are injured or killed in traffic accidents. Whether you’re walking to school, work, or just taking a stroll, it’s important to stay alert. Always use crosswalks, obey traffic signals, and make eye contact with drivers before crossing. Drivers—slow down and stay focused, especially in busy areas. One moment of distraction can change a life forever.

Let’s all do our part to make streets safer for everyone.

Sweet Lawyers encourages both protestors and drivers to prioritize safety and respect during demonstrations. Protestors should remain aware of their surroundings and avoid escalating tensions with vehicles. Drivers must exercise extreme caution, reduce speed, and find alternative routes when encountering demonstrations. Everyone has a right to express themselves, but safety must always come first.

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Personal Injury Claims After a Traffic Collision: What You Need to Know

When involved in a traffic collision, filing a personal injury claim is necessary to recover damages. This legal process allows the victims to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other expenses caused by the traffic collision. However, the process is often complex, and understanding how it works is crucial for anyone pursuing a claim.

The first step in a personal injury claim is to determine liability. In most cases, the driver responsible for the traffic accident, which could be due to negligence, distracted driving, speeding, or other factors, will be held accountable. Establishing fault is key to securing compensation. Gathering pieces of evidence such as police reports, traffic camera footage, witness statements, and medical records can strongly prove who was at fault.

Once liability is established, the injured party can then seek compensation for various types of damages. Medical expenses, which include hospital bills, rehabilitation costs, prescription medications, and any long-term care needs, will be a significant part of the claim.

Additionally, if the traffic collision resulted in lost wages or has impacted the victim’s ability to work, these financial losses can also be added to the claim.

Pain and suffering, which is a more subjective form of compensation, is one of the most debated aspects of a personal injury claim. Courts and insurance companies assess this based on how severely the victim was injured and the accident’s impact on the victim’s life, including physical and emotional distress.

Do not forget about the statute of limitations, which dictates the time frame within which a claim must be filed. Failing to file within this period may result in losing the right to pursue compensation.

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