12-Year-Old Struck by Vehicle on North 17th Street and East Julian Street
SAN JOSE, CA (March 12, 2018) – A 12-year-old girl was struck by a vehicle and injured in a hit-and-run collision on North 17th Street on Monday morning.
The incident occurred around 8:50 AM on North 17th Street and East Julian Street in San Jose. Surveillance footage from a residential home in the area shows the victim crossing the street and a vehicle making a left turn onto 17th Street hitting her.
The car did not yield before hitting the girl, sped away, and left the girl in the middle of the road after the collision. The victim tried to get back up to her knees as a car was coming from the other direction. The second vehicle stopped and the driver got out to help the girl.
was rushed to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The suspect vehicle was described to be a borwn, 1998 to early 2000’s, four-door Toyota Camry. It was last seen driving northbound on North 17th St, according to police. The hit-and-run driver of the Toyota was said to be a white woman with brown hair, between the age of 40 to 50 years old.
It is important to always be on the lookout in an area with pedestrians, especially if driving in a residential area. And if you are a pedestrian, stay alert, keep away from the roadway, and look out for oncoming vehicles. By obeying traffic laws and being cautious of your surroundings, you can prevent unforeseen accidents and keep yourself and others safe on the road.
If you or your child has been injured in a hit-and-run incident, contact the personal injury lawyers at Sweet Law Group. We have over 40 years of experience in the field, and our experienced lawyers know what it takes to achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Call (800) 203-3061 and arrange a free initial meeting with an experienced legal professional in your area. You can also reach us by email, text message, and online chat.
