Los Gatos, CA – One Person Hospitalized after Hit-and-Run Accident on Southbound Highway 17 near Summit Road

Los Gatos, CA (August 31, 2018) – The California Highway Patrol reported that one victim required hospitalization as the result of a hit-and-run accident that took place along the southbound lanes of Highway 17, in the vicinity of Summit Road. The incident transpired at approximately 10:08 PM on Thursday, August 30, 2018. At this time, no detailed information concerning the identities of the people involved in the crash has been revealed.

At the time of the report, authorities had labeled the accident as a “hit-and-run,” but the events leading up to the crash were not immediately established. As a result of the crash, one vehicle overturned.

Meanwhile, emergency personnel transported one victim to a nearby hospital, where this individual received treatment for severe injuries inflicted to the head and left leg. The current physical condition of this person was not revealed.

No details about the suspect driver and vehicle were disclosed.

At this time, authorities are investigating a possible cause of the crash. 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 injured victim and wish this individual a swift and efficient recovery.

Hit-and-Run Accident in Santa Clara County

By law, drivers involved in an accident are required to remain at the scene and cooperate with authorities. Fleeing a crash site is considered a cowardly, criminal act that can result in severe punishment, including charges of felony hit-and-run. Based on this information, the suspect driver will be held responsible for causing the crash and inflicting severe injuries on the victim in question.

Once the case is resolved, the non-guilty injured victim may have the option of pursuing a personal injury lawsuit and, ultimately, receiving compensation for multiple inconveniences ranging from medical bills to vehicle damage.

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.