Bicyclist Hurt in Hit-and-Run Accident on 17th Avenue and East Cliff Drive [Santa Cruz, CA]

Santa Cruz Bicycle Crash on 17th Avenue and East Cliff Drive

 
SANTA CRUZ, CA (November 8, 2021) – Saturday morning, a hit-and-run accident on 17th Avenue and East Cliff Drive hurt a bicyclist.
 
The incident occurred at 11:43 a.m. on 17th Avenue and East Cliff Drive.
 
When the authorities arrived, they found out that a witness who chased the driver as the suspect escaped the scene. Then, deputies managed to track down the driver. Moreover, the suspect admitted to striking the bicycle rider on purpose.
 
The deputies turned over the driver to the California Highway Patrol and arrested him for DUI.
 
Meanwhile, the authorities continue to look for the rider and urged anyone with information about the incident to call the office’s non-emergency dispatch at (831) 471-1121 and reference case 2109095.
 

What’s Next after Bicycle Crash in Santa Cruz

 
According to NHTSA, pedestrian and bicyclist accidents continue to rise in the United States. More pedestrians and cyclists died in 2018 than in any year since 1990.
 
To avoid any involvement in incidents similar to the crash in Santa Cruz, be a proactive driver. Driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.
 
It is also crucial that everyone remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an automobile collision. Moreover, the most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash is hiring a personal injury attorney.
 
“A common misconception is that personal injury lawyers don’t care. That is simply not true. Injury lawyers care about and want justice for their clients. We are motivated by the desire to make our clients whole again,” says Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers, a practicing attorney.

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If you or a family member suffered similarly in a bicycle accident, contact the personal injury lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. With us, you can be assured your case will be taken care of. Our 40 years of experience in the legal field is proof that we know what it takes to win your case. Moreover, our attorneys and experienced professional legal team deal with cases including bicycle accidents. Above all, we believe you deserve the best legal representation and proper compensation for your pain and suffering. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation.