Man Injured in Pedestrian Crash near Bancroft Drive and State Route 94

Pedestrian Injured in Spring Valley Hit-and-Run Accident near Bancroft Drive and State Route 94

SPRING VALLEY, CA (May 20, 2021) – Wednesday morning, a man sustained injuries in a pedestrian crash near Bancroft Drive and State Route 94.

According to California Highway Patrol Officer Travis Garrow, a vehicle struck a pedestrian. As the pedestrian walked across an onramp from Bancroft Drive to westbound State Route 94, the vehicle hit the man. Also, the incident happened at around 5:55 a.m. near Mount Helix in Casa De Oro

As a result, responders rushed the 74-year-old male pedestrian to Sharp Memorial Hospital with major injuries.

Meanwhile, authorities confirmed that the suspect vehicle fled the scene after the crash.

Moreover, officers said that there was no immediate description of the hit-and-run vehicle as of this moment.

Dealing With Similar Incidents

In today’s current state of affairs, taking strolls outdoors is becoming the new normal. With this, so does the likelihood of accidents involving pedestrians.

Car accidents are far more common than pedestrian accidents. However, there is still reason to be wary when traveling on foot.

“Pedestrian accidents do not occur as much as motor vehicle accidents. However, pedestrian accidents tend to include more serious injuries,” Tyler Toomey said. He is a practicing attorney at Sweet Lawyers.

“It’s because they are sometimes hard to see. They also ride bikes, skateboards, etc. Pedestrian incidents usually occur in shopping center entrances and street corners,” he added.

We understand that being involved in a Spring Valley pedestrian crash is a heavy load. Thus, it is best to turn to the experienced attorneys at Sweet Lawyers. Moreover, our attorneys and professional legal team have dealt with a variety of cases including pedestrian accidents. We promise to fight for you until your family achieves the justice and compensation that is owed. Call us at (800) 674 7852 to arrange your free consultation with an experienced legal professional. Also, you may reach us 24/7.