Young Bicyclist Injured in Startling Crash on 700 South Fortuna Boulevard [Fortuna, CA]

Injuries Reported in Fortuna Bicycle Accident on 700 South Fortuna Boulevard

FORTUNA, CA (April 7, 2024) – Saturday afternoon, a young bicyclist sustained injuries in a startling crash on 700 South Fortuna Boulevard.

The incident happened at around 3:10 p.m. in the Fortuna Safeway parking lot located in the 700 Block of South Fortuna Boulevard.

According to reports, a six or seven-year-old bicyclist without a helmet crashed into a vehicle.

When first responders arrived, they called for an ambulance to come to Code 3 (with lights and sirens) after locating the child on the ground at the scene. Then, the child did speak and told the authorities that he was only on the ground because adults told him to stay there.

Responders transported the victim to the hospital and the extent of his injuries is unknown.

At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash remained unclear. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.

Due to the limited information available, the authorities continued to investigate the crash.

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What’s Next after Startling Crash on 700 South Fortuna Boulevard

According to NHTSA, pedestrian and bicyclist accidents continue to rise in the United States. More pedestrians and cyclists died in 2018 than in any year since 1990.

To avoid any involvement in serious accidents, be a proactive driver. Driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.

It is also crucial that everyone remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of a bicycle collision. Moreover, the most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash is hiring a personal injury attorney.

“A common misconception is that personal injury lawyers don’t care. That is simply not true. Injury lawyers care about and want justice for their clients. We are motivated by the desire to make our clients whole again,” says Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers, a practicing attorney.