PARAMOUNT, CA – 4 Students Hit by a Truck in Accident near Paramount High School

PARAMOUNT, CA – 4 Students Hit by a Truck in Accident near Paramount High School
PARAMOUNT, CA – 4 Students Hit by a Truck in Accident near Paramount High School

Saul Martinez Arrested after Hitting Students on the Intersection of Rosecrans and Downey Avenue

 
PARAMOUNT, CA (March 19, 2018) – Four students were injured after being hit by a truck right outside Paramount High School on Monday afternoon.
 
It happened around 3:15 PM near the Rosecrans and Downey Avenue Intersection. The 19-year-old driver of a pickup truck, Saul Martinez, lost control of his vehicle and hit four pedestrians. The victims were confirmed to be students of Paramount High School.
 
Two students were transported to St. Francis Medical Center, while the other two were taken to the Long Beach Memorial Medical Center. They sustained minor to moderate injuries including bruises and broken bones, as a result of the crash. As of Monday night, all four were reported to be in a stable condition.
 
Police officials arrested Martinez for suspected reckless driving. He is currently scheduled to appear before the Compton Superior Court on a later date.
 
When driving in an area near a school, be extra careful of pedestrians and bicyclists that may be around you. By traveling within the speed limit and remaining alert while behind the wheel, dangerous and damaging accidents can be prevented. Keep yourself and others on the road safe by being a responsible driver.


If your child has been injured on the road due to a negligent or reckless driver, contact the personal injury lawyers at Sweet Law Group. We have over 40 years of experience in the field, and know what it takes to win your case and achieve the justice and compensation that you deserve. Call our offices at (800) 203-3061 for a free consultation with a professional in your area. We can also be contacted 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week by email, online chat, and text message.
 

 

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