Ventura, CA – Lengthy Police Pursuit Ends in Traffic Accident along Fir Street and Thompson Boulevard

Ventura, CA (August 1, 2018) – A local news source reported that a lengthy police pursuit ended in a traffic accident that took place in the vicinity of Fir Street and Thompson Boulevard. The incident began sometime in the morning on Tuesday, July 31, 2018. At this time, no detailed information concerning the identities of the suspect and the police officers involved in the crash has been revealed.

Based on initial reports, California Highway Patrol officers on-duty at the time had begun pursuit of a stolen vehicle for a length of 20 miles in the Ventura area. As the chase drew closer to the Fir and Thompson, one of the CHP officers executed a PIT maneuver and forced the vehicle to slide off the main road at a decreased speed. As a result of the action taken, the cruiser was pinned beneath the stolen vehicle.

Sometime after the incident, police officers arrested the suspect.

Officials have not specified if anyone sustained injuries during the crash.

At this time, the investigation into the collision is ongoing. As more evidence continues to surface, more information will be released to public sources.

Police Pursuit and Traffic Accident in Ventura County

As shown in the report, the suspect was accused of operating a stolen vehicle and had clearly attempted to flee law enforcement, an act that can ultimately result in severe criminal punishment. Nevertheless, additional circumstances surrounding this accident at Fir Street and Thompson Boulevard remain unknown.

As the investigation continues, officials will consider if drugs or alcohol played any role in the events leading up to the incident.

Non-guilty injured victims involved in an accident of this nature can potentially file a personal injury lawsuit against the guilty party and, ultimately, receive compensation for a variety of issues ranging from medical bills to vehicle insurance.

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 to all those involved in the accident.