Student Hurt in Startling Hit-and-Run Crash on Southridge Boulevard and Hildebrand Boulevard [Kennewick, WA]

Kennewick Bicycle Accident on Southridge Boulevard and Hildebrand Boulevard

KENNEWICK, WA (March 26, 2024) – Last March 15, a startling hit-and-run crash on Southridge Boulevard and Hildebrand Boulevard hurt a student.

The incident occurred at about 7:30 a.m. in the crosswalk on Southridge Boulevard at Hildebrand Boulevard when a silver SUV struck the student who was on a bike, trying to cross the street.

After the crash, the student was hurt but was okay.

Meanwhile, reports revealed that the driver of the SUV was turning northbound on Southridge Boulevard from Hildebrand Boulevard. After the crash, the SUV stopped for a short time but then fled the scene.

Officers described the driver as a male that is 60 to 70 years old, with glasses and white facial hair. He also wore an orange safety vest and had a golden retriever him the vehicle.

Anyone who has information about the incident was urged to contact Officer Canada at 509-628-0333 or leave a tip at www.kpdtips.com – be sure to reference the case number, KPD 24-019225

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 Hit-and-Run Crash on Southridge Boulevard and Hildebrand 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 bicycle 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.