1 Hurt in San Diego Scooter Crash on Ingraham Street
SAN DIEGO, CA (October 5, 2020) – Saturday afternoon, a female scooter rider suffered injuries in a hit-and-run accident on Ingraham Street.
The incident happened at about 1:00 p.m., south on Ingraham Street. According to reports, the 36-year-old scooter rider took the Sunset Cliffs offramp.
“A car tried to pass her on the left and collided with her, causing her to lose control,” Officer Robert Heims revealed. “She was ejected from the scooter.”
As a result, the woman sustained a pelvic fracture, a broken tooth, and multiple abrasions.
Afterward, responders took her to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
As of this time, no witnesses have provided their statements. Meanwhile, the investigators revealed that the suspect vehicle was a maroon sedan.
Furthermore, the authorities urge anyone with information about the crash to contact San Diego police at 858-495-7800 or San Diego Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.
If you feel yourself drifting into other lanes due to fatigue or any other reason, safely pull over and rest before continuing to drive. You can also call a friend or an Uber to pick you up if you feel like it would be unsafe to drive.
Ways to Deal with Auto Accidents
Each year, around 20-50 million people are injured or become disabled due to an auto crash. To avoid suffering from such incidents, practice safe driving habits on the road at all times.
As a driver, it’s your responsibility to do it even when it is empty, even when there is no police officer around to make sure you make, say, a complete stop.
Even with the best driving habits, it is still important to know what to do if you find yourself in a motor vehicle accident
Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers says, “The most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash is hiring a personal injury attorney. Personal injury attorneys prioritize your recovery. At the same time, they will secure your future from further losses a severe accident can bring.”
If you’re involved in a serious traffic auto accident, call us. Sweet Law Group has over 40 years of experience in the legal field. We know what it takes to win your auto accident, personal injury, or disability case. Also, we promise to fight, day and night, to achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Call our offices at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation with a professional in your area.