Lakeside, CA – Hit-and-Run Driver on Highway 67 Leaves Motorcyclist Hospitalized

Lakeside, CA (November 2, 2018)- According to the California Highway Patrol, a hit-and-run accident involving a motorcycle was reported on southbound Highway 67, just before Riverford Road. The accident was reported at approximately 10:00 am on Friday, November 2^nd. At this time, details identifying the people involved in the crash have not been revealed.

Officials have confirmed, a motorcyclist was struck by a vehicle on Highway 67 while driving in the southbound lanes. After the crash, the driver of the vehicle reportedly fled the scene of the accident on foot. At least one eyewitness was able to provide information on the hit-and-run driver that fled on foot. Police describe the driver as a white male with a baseball cap. He was last seen running towards some brush off the side of the road. Paramedics transported the motorcyclist to a local hospital to treat severe injuries. It is unclear whether air support was dispatched to assist in locating the suspect. According to police, the search for the hit-and-run driver is still ongoing.

Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Accidents in California

Drivers who flee the scene of an accident are considered criminals under California law and are considered to be cowards. Often times these drivers are operating a vehicle under the influence. Based on this news report, the hit-and-run driver and suspect will face multiple charges once located and arrested.

In such cases where negligence or wrongdoing may have been a factor, the injured victim may be granted the right to file a personal injury lawsuit against negligent party pending the investigation results. Personal injury victims have the right to seek compensation for damages including medical expenses, hospital bills or lost future income due to work absence from injury.

It’s important that you talk to a personal injury attorney that has the skills and the know how to handle complicated motorcycle accident claims.

Call the Brady Law Group today at (866) 211-2562 to speak with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys today. We are available to speak with you about your accident today.

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.