Stanislav Semenyuk Hurt in State Route 17 Hit-and-Run Accident [Othello, WA]

Othello, WA (December 13, 2022) On Saturday, 53-year-old Stanislav Semenyuk of Kennewick sustained injuries after a hit-and-run accident on State Route 17.

Washington State Troopers arrested 21-year-old Santos Sontay-Hernandez after leaving the scene of the 2-vehicle crash on SR 17.

Reports say that a southbound sedan crossed the centerline and struck a vehicle driven by Semenyuk.

Officials say that the collision injured Semenyuk. Paramedics transported Stanislav Semenyuk to Othello Community Hospital.

Meanwhile, officials say that Santos Sontay-Hernandez did not suffer injuries. Instead, Sontay-Hernandez fled the scene.

Authorities apprehended Sontay-Hernandez a little bit later.

Furthermore, authorities are investigating the probable cause of the hit-and-run collision.

This is a powerful reminder to always pay close attention to drivers around you. Constantly keep a considerable distance from others just in case harm is near.

Inspect your vehicle’s headlights and turn signals. Be sure that both front and rear headlamps are working properly and visible enough a couple of yards away.

Also, take a reading of your tire pressure and make sure you maintain the recommended maximum. While at it, take a peek under your vehicle and ensure there are no loose objects or leaks.

Being responsible drivers plays a big part in preventing incidents like the State Route 17 hit-and-run accident.

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Dealing With a Traffic Crash Injuries

Even though state laws prohibit cell phone use when driving, upwards of 80% of car accidents are a result of distracted drivers.

Therefore, it is important to know how to proceed if you sustained injuries in an accident similar to the Othello hit-and-run collision.

Here are the things that we need to do in case of an accident:

• Before anything else, seek medical attention if you have been hurt in a collision.
• Get to a safe place to prevent further damage or injury.
• Collect as much information as possible: insurance and contact information of people involved in the accident and pictures/videos of vehicles involved. Also, do not forget documentation of fault, and whatever else that can be used for evidence.
• File a police report or incident report by calling 911.
• Hire an experienced personal injury attorney from Sweet Lawyers.

To people involved in a similar incident Stanislav Semenyuk were involved in, call Sweet Lawyers at (800) 674 7852.

Furthermore, our legal team would be very glad to assist you with your legal concerns. Additionally, you may also reach us through our live chat agents any time of the day, and any day of the week.