Man Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash on Portland Street near Hoover Recreation Center [Los Angeles, CA]

1 Hospitalized in Los Angeles Pedestrian Accident on Portland Street near Hoover Recreation Center

 
LOS ANGELES, CA (January 26, 2022) – Tuesday morning, a man sustained injuries in a hit-and-run crash on Portland Street near Hoover Recreation Center.
 
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the incident happened at around 7:35 a.m. Moreover, it occurred on Portland Street near Hoover Recreation Center.
 
Reports revealed that an eastbound pickup truck struck a male pedestrian walking in a marked crosswalk. Then, the pickup fled the scene eastbound on West Adams Boulevard.
 
Moreover, Los Angeles Fire Department transported the victim, a 23-year-old man, to a hospital with unknown injuries.
 
Furthermore, officials described the suspect vehicle as a blue 2000-04 Dodge Dakota with metal racks on the truck bed.
 
Meanwhile, authorities asked anyone with information about the crash to call LAPD South Traffic Division detectives at 323-421-2500.
 
May this incident be a reminder for all motorists to drive responsibly. Drivers should also keep in mind that distracted driving and speeding will lead to dangerous road accidents.

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How To Proceed From a Los Angeles Pedestrian Crash

 
Driving is essential for many to move about in their lives. However, it is one of the most dangerous daily maneuvers. Thus, it is therefore important to know how to proceed in an accident.
 
On the AAA Foundation Website, chief executive officer Peter Kissinger repeatedly labeled the epidemic of motor vehicle-related accidents a “public health crisis.”
 
Mark Sweet, a personal injury attorney at Sweet Lawyers, says that serious pedestrian accident cases may call for a separate investigation.
 
Moreover, it must be spearheaded by an experienced lawyer fighting on behalf of the injured party. A lawyer will make sure victims are not cheated of the proper compensation they are owed.
 
If you or a loved one suffered serious injuries in a pedestrian crash, reach out to the attorneys at Sweet Lawyers. Above all, our team is here to ensure your legal rights are safeguarded. Moreover, with over 40 decades in the field, we have the experience and the tools to win your case. Call us today at (800) 674 7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation. For your convenience, you can also reach us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by email, online chat, and text message.