Cherry Street Hit-and-Run Accident Injures Pedestrian [Long Beach, CA]

Long Beach, CA (November 25, 2022) On Friday evening, a hit-and-run accident at Cherry Street left a male pedestrian with injuries.

Long Beach police says that the vehicle-pedestrian crash happened at about 6:25 p.m. on Pacific Coast Highway.

Reports say that a vehicle struck a man crossing a Cherry Street. The driver of the vehicle did not stop to render aid to the victim.

Authorities say that the man suffered non-life-threatening injuries to his upper and lower body. Medics transported the pedestrian to a hospital in stable condition.

Officials closed Pacific Coast Highway between Cherry Street and Gardenia Avenue.

Police are investigating the hit-and-run accident and have not released further information at this time.

It is critical to follow all driving laws and the conditions of the road as it keeps us and everyone around us safe as we travel to our destination.

Meanwhile, according to the NHTSA, most pedestrian accidents are caused by poor visibility.

So, as pedestrians, wearing bright clothing, using the crosswalk, and using a flashlight at night are just some of the steps we can do to avoid accidents.

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Regardless of location, road accident rates increase despite the additional safety features on newer vehicle models.

Instances like the Cherry Street hit-and-run accident are a major public health threat and a leading cause of death for people ages 5-64.

Therefore, we must be aware of what to do if we sustain injuries in a motor vehicle accident similar to the vehicle-pedestrian crash on Pacific Coast Highway.

Experiencing pain and difficulties because of other people’s negligence is a big no to us. That is why we encourage you to contact us in the event of an accident.

Sweet Lawyers‘ personal injury attorneys will find the most favorable possible outcome for our clients. We will achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family truly deserve.

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