(Long Beach, California) Two teenagers, 16 and 17-years old, were riding their motorized dirt bikes when a grey Ford Fusion vehicle struck the two, leading to critical and moderate injuries.
The two teenagers were struck by the Ford Fusion vehicle while it was traveling northbound on Elm. The two teenagers were riding their motorized dirt bike westbound on market street. Long Beach police confirmed that the 16-year old sustained critical injuries. The 17 year old however, sustained moderate injuries.
The suspected Ford Fusion driver has not been found, and investigations are ongoing.
Analysis on Long Beach Hit-and-Run
Because the Ford Fusion has not been found investigators may view the Accidents and Accident Reports law, code 20001 (a). This law states one of the following violations: If a driver results in injury or death, they would have to stay on scene. It also required to follow code 20003 and 20004 while doing so. The Ford Fusion may have violated this law and when found deal with such punishments.
If you violated the code, the following punishments is in code 20001(b). This code mentions one of the following punishments: charged by imprisonment in state prison or county jail for at least a year, or fined of at least $1,000 up to $10,000.
Advice for the Family
If you have lost a loved one in this incident, staying in contact with the Long Beach Police Department can help you receive more information from the investigation. You can request official reports when they become available to better understand the circumstances.
You may also consider speaking with a qualified legal professional experienced in pedestrian accident cases. They can help explain your options and guide you through next steps. In addition, seeking support from family, friends, or grief counseling services can provide comfort during this difficult time.
If you have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this incident, call 866-883-4318 to speak with a lawyer.
