1 Hurt in San Diego Pedestrian Crash on 47th Street and Imperial Avenue
SAN DIEGO, CA (March 3, 2022) – Tuesday night, a 27-year-old man suffered injuries in a hit-and-run accident on 47th Street and Imperial Avenue.
The incident occurred at about 9:15 p.m. on 47th Street and Imperial Avenue in Lincoln Park.
According to the police, the 27-year-old man walked diagonally across 47th Street. Then, a driver hit him and continued driving north on 47th Street to the west down Imperial Avenue.
At this time, the cause of the crash remains unclear. However, the officers continue to search for the driver on suspicion of felony hit-and-run.
Meanwhile, officers confirmed that the pedestrian suffered a leg injury.
SDPD traffic detectives handle the crash investigation. However, they still don’t have a description of the hit-and-run vehicle.
Moving Forward in a San Diego Accident
According to the US Department of Transportation, there are nearly 300,000 merging accidents every year.
Indeed, common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Furthermore, one must remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of a pedestrian accident.
Sweet Lawyers offer legal representation from experienced and compassionate attorneys that safeguard your legal rights.
Ultimately, we value the trust and respect of our clients. Thus, we want them to know that injuries sustained in an accident often don’t become apparent until months later when it is too late.
Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers says that San Diego accident cases may call for a separate investigation. Moreover, an experienced attorney can spearhead fighting on behalf of the injured party.
If you have been involved in a dangerous pedestrian accident, reach out to the experienced lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. Furthermore, we have over 40 years of experience in the legal field. We know what it takes to win your injury case. Let us fight for you, and achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation with a professional.