Compton, CA- Police Chase on East Compton and North Long Beach Blvds Leaves One Hurt

Compton, CA (June 25, 2019)- A police chase in pursuit of a stolen vehicle left three people injured at East Compton Boulevard and North Long Beach Boulevard on Monday at approximately 9:30 am.

Reportedly, officials attempted to pull over a driver in a stolen car when the driver took off, causing the officials to pursue the vehicle

During the pursuit, the driver of the suspected stolen car struck a car driven by 55-year-old Jose Mejia. He sustained non-life-threatening yet serious injuries, including a back injury and lacerations.

A woman at a nearby bus stop sustained minor injuries when she was hit by crash debris.

The drive being pursued, a man thought to be in his 30s, also suffered injuries in the crash. He was arrested by authorities.

Our thoughts are with Jose Mejia and the additional injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for full recoveries.

When Police Chases Happen in California Cities

You may be shocked to learn that according to the California Highway Patrol, up to 23 police chances take place in California every day. When police chases occur, the fleeing vehicle will move at high speed without regard for any other driver. Many police chases result in injuries or death to innocent people just trying to get to their destination safely.

If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by a police chase, you’ll soon discover that the legal aspects of this type of crash are very complex. The attorneys at the Brady Law Group have been practicing accident law in California for almost three decades. We know the unfortunate facts about what a police chase can inflict on innocent drivers, and we know how to fight for your rights so you receive what you deserve. Call us today at 866-478-6483 for a free consultation with one of our California personal injury lawyers.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.