Disastrous Hit-and-Run Crash on University Avenue Hurts Woman [San Diego, CA]

San Diego, CA (June 24, 2023) On Friday afternoon, a hit-and-run crash on University Avenue injured an 82-year-old woman riding her motorized wheelchair.

According to the San Diego Police Department (SDPD), the hit-and-run accident happened around 4:51 p.m. at the intersection with Sixth Avenue.

Officials say that a truck turning right onto southbound 6th Avenue struck a woman in a motorized wheelchair crossing on a marked crosswalk. The truck driver did not stop to render aid and fled away from the scene.

Reports say that the woman sustained non-life-threatening, medics transported her to a hospital with a fractured left femur.

Authorities are investigating the Sixth Avenue hit-and-run accident.

Traffic Accidents Happen

Vehicular accidents like the hit-and-run crash on University Avenue are the leading cause of long-term disability in the U.S. Therefore, it is valuable to know what to do if you get involved in a motor vehicle accident. Statistics show that traffic accidents have 78.3% resulting in injury, and 4.24% of crashes are fatal. Thus, it is imperative we do our best to avoid getting into such accidents. Ultimately, accidents don’t always involve another vehicle. Covering basic safety procedures will ensure easy traveling on the road.

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Who You Can Turn to In Case of an Accident?

Thousands of people across California suffer injuries in traffic collisions every year. Therefore, it is crucial to know how to proceed in case you find yourself injured after an accident. The most valuable step you can take in response to an accident like the Sixth Avenue hit-and-run accident, is hiring a personal injury attorney. Personal injury attorneys prioritize your recovery while securing your future from further losses a severe accident can bring.

Sweet Lawyers offer legal representation from experienced and compassionate attorneys that safeguard your legal rights. We value the trust and respect of our clients, which is why we continuously fight to hold liable parties accountable and award our clients the compensation they deserve.

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