Driver Still At Large after Hit-and-Run Crash on Q Street and Columbus Street [Bakersfield, CA

Authorities Searching for Suspect in Bakersfield Accident on Q Street

 
BAKERSFIELD, CA (July 31, 2020) – The driver involved in a hit-and-run crash on Q Street last July 6 is still at large.
 
According to the Bakersfield Police Department, the incident happened at about 10:30 a.m. The suspect took part in a crash on Q Street and W. Columbus Street. Afterward, the suspect escaped from the crash scene without exchanging insurance information with the victim.
 
Moreover, the authorities revealed that a suspect is a white man in his 20s or 30s. He’s a medium build with a goatee and a tattoo on his right forearm. The suspect drove a black 2000 GMC Yukon with a red hood and no front bumper.
 
The authorities encourage anyone with information on the suspect’s whereabouts to contact BPD at 661-327-7111.
 

Next Steps after Hit-and-Run Crash on Q Street

 
The United States Department of Transportation recently reported that an estimate of 300,000 merging accidents happen every year. If you have been involved in a similar accident, make sure you jot down important information afterward.
 
Get the insurance and contact information of the involved party. Take pictures/videos of vehicles involved, provide documentation of fault, and whatever else that can be used for evidence. By doing so, you can make sure you receive the maximum compensation.

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“We value the trust and respect of our clients. Thus, we continuously fight to hold liable parties accountable and award our clients the compensation they deserve,” says Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers, an experienced attorney.
 
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