Sonoma CA- Hit-and-Run Crash Causes Major Pedestrian Injuries on Old Redwood Hwy

Sonoma, CA (April 26, 2019)- California Highway Patrol Santa Rosa Area Officer Juan Leon reported that a hit-and-run crash on April 20 left a pedestrian with major injuries. The crash took place at approximately 11:20 pm south of Shiloh Road on Old Redwood Highway.

According to Officer Leon, the pedestrian was found lying in the road after being hit by an unknown vehicle, for unknown reasons, and fleeing in an unknown direction. Broken vehicle lights were found close to the crash scene that are believed to be part of the suspect’s vehicle.

The pedestrian sustained major injuries due to the crash.

The Santa Rosa CHP office requests anyone with information to contact 707-588-1400 or the CHP dispatch line at 707-641-8300.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their families at this time.  We hope for a full recovery.

California’s Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrians have the right-of-way in California. In a collision, pedestrians will almost always suffer more than vehicle drivers. A slight driver distraction can add up to a catastrophic injury to a pedestrian. Respecting the vulnerability pedestrians face is a responsibility that falls on drivers.

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a pedestrian crash, you may benefit from the legal support and expertise of an attorney who specializes in pedestrian accident cases. Contact the Brady Law Group at 866-478-6483. Our lawyers have been helping accident victims in California for almost thirty years. Allow our skill and track record of success to work for you. Reserve a complimentary consultation 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.