1 Injured after Vehicle Crashes into Mall on Mission Street
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (May 31, 2020) – Thursday evening, a man sustained injuries in an auto crash on Mission Street in San Francisco.
According to reports, a vehicle crashed into the rear of the Westfield San Francisco Centre mall.
The police revealed that a driver was traveling west on Mission Street, approaching Fifth Street about 7:15 p.m. However, the vehicle crashed into the rear entrance of the mall. A 35-year-old man walking on the sidewalk was hit by the vehicle.
Responders transported the man with non-life-threatening injuries. Meanwhile, the driver stayed at the scene and has been cooperative with the police.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Moreover, the police ruled out impairment as a factor in the crash, SFPD spokesperson Ofc. Adam Lobsinger revealed.
Also, Lobsinger added that a city building inspector came to the crash scene. After evaluation, the building inspector reported that the building is still safe.
Whenever you are behind the wheel of a vehicle, it is your responsibility to follow all traffic laws. An unforeseen accident can be avoided by following staying cautious of the road ahead. By doing so, you can help to assure the safety of yourself and others around you.
The Alarming Record of California Auto Accidents
In 2017, 485,866 accidents were reported solely in the state of California. Despite this fact, many people still do not suspect what follows in the event of a car crash.
The alarming records continue to go up. In fact, around 20-50 million people are injured or become disabled due to an auto crash each year.
If this is the case, one must learn how to proceed in case you find yourself involved in a traffic collision.
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