Grass Valley, CA – One Person Injured after Alleged Hit-and-Run Collision on Lake Purdon Road

Grass Valley, CA (August 13, 2018) – The California Highway Patrol reported that one victim sustained injuries as the result of an alleged hit-and-run collision that took place along the 16400 block of Lake Purdon Road. The incident occurred at some time in the afternoon on Saturday, August 11, 2018. At this time, no detailed information concerning the identities of the people involved in the crash has been revealed.

According to the CHP report, a motorcyclist was traveling down Purdon Road when, for indeterminate reasons, the bike collided with a pedestrian. Sometime later, paramedics were dispatched to the crash site and affirmed the victim sustained major injuries including head trauma during the impact.

Later, medical personnel transported the pedestrian to a nearby hospital to receive treatment. The current physical condition of this individual was not immediately disclosed.

Authorities confirmed the motorcyclist did not stop to render aid to the victim and rode away from the scene of the accident. Officers are conducting a search for the suspect rider.

As of now, the investigation is ongoing. As more evidence continues to surface, more information will be released to public sources.

We extend our most heartfelt prayers and our most loving thoughts to the pedestrian and wish the patient a swift and efficient recovery during this difficult time of healing.

Pedestrian Accident in Nevada County

By law, drivers are obliged to decrease the speed of their vehicles and provide the right of way to pedestrians along all areas of the roadway. Based on the information in the case, officials have still not determined if the pedestrian had been walking in a marked or unmarked zone on Hesperia.

Hit-and-run accidents should not be taken lightly. Fleeing the scene of a crash site is considered a cowardly, criminal act that can result in severe punishment, including charges of felony hit-and-run. In this light, it is apparent that the motorcyclist will be held accountable for causing the crash and inflicting injuries on the pedestrian.

The injured victim may have the option of pursuing a personal injury lawsuit against the culprit, pending the results of the investigation, Through legal intervention, this individual can receive compensation for multiple inconveniences including medical bills and painful injuries.

We at Brady Law Group will work with you to ensure your rights and give you the peace of mind needed to focus on your recovery.

If you’ve been injured as the result of another person’s negligence, please call us at (866) 211-2562 to receive a free consultation with one of our expert attorneys.

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 for all those involved in the accident.