Tracy, CA — A Kimball High School student sustained serious injuries after being struck by a car on Thursday afternoon, October 24, 2024, according to KCRA.
The accident occurred just after 4 PM on South Lammers Road near Jaguar Run, not far from Kimball High School.
Tracy police reported that the student was on foot when they were hit. Emergency responders quickly transported the injured student to a local hospital, where they were treated for major injuries.
The driver involved in the accident, reportedly another high school student, stayed on the scene and cooperated with investigators. Tracy police closed the northbound lanes of South Lammers Road near the school while officers examined the scene, interviewed witnesses, and gathered evidence.
In response to the incident, Tracy Unified School District provided counselors and a therapy dog to support students and staff processing the event.
The investigation into the cause of the collision is ongoing, and authorities have yet to release further details about what may have led to the accident.
Duty of Care Toward Pedestrians
Drivers have a specific “Duty of Care” towards pedestrians, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for pedestrians near the roadway and, if a collision occurs, staying with the victim to ensure they get proper medical treatment and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
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