WILMINGTON, CA (NOVEMBER 15, 2023): Two pedestrians are in critical condition after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in Wilmington early Wednesday.
According to local authorities, the incident occurred on Wednesday, November 15th at the intersection of Anaheim Street and Island Avenue. Reports indicate the two victims were hit while walking in the area at around 1 a.m. It is unclear what caused this collision.
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The vehicle then fled the scene.
Authorities received reports of a pedestrian accident, and arrived in the area shortly after. Upon arrival, two people were discovered in critical condition. Paramedics treated the victims on-site, and they were then rushed to an area hospital for further treatment. The exact injuries they sustained and their current condition has not been released as of yet.
It is unknown if the pedestrians were in the crosswalk during the collision.
Although a formal description of the hit-and-run vehicle was not made immediately available, witnesses state they saw a white sedan strike the two pedestrians without stopping to render aid or identify themselves.
Authorities will continue to investigate this tragic hit-and-run in Wilmington.
Liability In Wilmington Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Per trip, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash.” There are a number of factors that could lead to a pedestrian collision including:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The family of any victim that died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Wilmington Hit-and-Run
We at Accident News Now extend our well wishes to the individuals injured in this collision, and hope for a speedy recovery. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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