1 Killed in Bakersfield Bicycle Accident on Harris Road and Country Meadows Drive
BAKERSFIELD, CA (August 29, 2021) – Saturday morning, a man died in a hit-and-run crash on Harris Road and Country Meadows Drive.
According to authorities, the incident happened at around 12:35 a.m. Moreover, it occurred at the intersection of Harris Road and Country Meadows Drive.
Reports revealed that a vehicle struck a male bicyclist and fled the scene.
Furthermore, responders rushed the victim to a hospital where he later died.
Moreover, officials described the suspect vehicle as a late model, small to mid-sized SUV. It’s possibly red and some witnesses last spotted the vehicle on eastbound Harris Road.
The incident remains under investigation.
We at Sweet Lawyers send our heartfelt condolences to those mourning the death of the victim.
Bicycle Accidents in Bakersfield, California
Each year, around 20-50 million motorists and cyclists are injured or become disabled due to a crash. However, even if accidents are a common occurrence, many people do not suspect what follows in the event of a crash.
Therefore, it is crucial to know how to proceed in case your family is irrevocably impacted by a bicycle accident. The most valuable step you can take in response to a fatal bicycle accident is to hire an attorney.
“A common misconception is that wrongful death lawyers don’t care. That is simply not true. Injury lawyers care about and want justice for their clients. We are driven by the desire to give families some sense of closure,” says attorney Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers.
Call the experienced attorneys at Sweet Lawyers. We have over 40 years of experience in the legal field. We know what it takes to win your case. Moreover, our attorneys and the experienced professional legal team dealt with many cases such as this one, and know the physical and emotional toll they take. Ultimately, our team will deal with the nitty-gritty to get you the justice and compensation that your family deserves. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation.