Sacramento, CA — A driver sustained serious injuries Wednesday evening, January 15, 2025, after crashing into a pole while fleeing the scene of a hit-and-run, according to KCRA.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that the crash accident around 5:50 PM near the intersection of Del Paso Road and Sorento Road. Emergency responders, including crews from the Sacramento Fire Department, arrived to find the driver trapped in the wreckage of his vehicle.
First responders worked to extricate the driver, whose feet were pinned between the car’s floor and dashboard. The process was described as challenging due to the extent of the entrapment. Images from the scene showed a light pole piercing the vehicle in the driver’s area.
After being freed, the driver was transported to a hospital with major injuries to his lower legs, the fire department confirmed.
Authorities are investigating the crash and the circumstances of the hit-and-run incident that preceded it. The driver’s identity has not been released, and no further details about the hit-and-run were provided.
California Hit-and-Run Laws
California Law requires drivers involved in a collision to stop their vehicle, notify law enforcement, and exchange insurance information with others involved. Failure to do so, considered to be a “hit-and-run,” is a misdemeanor in cases of property damage and a felony when someone has been injured.
Personal Injury Claims
When the actions of reckless drivers cause others to be injured, the cost of recovery should not fall on their victims. Filing a Personal Injury claim with the at-fault party’s insurance can provide compensation for medical bills and lost wages during recovery.
However, insurance companies often try to deny or minimize claims. That’s why having a knowledgeable personal injury attorney on your side is crucial to securing proper compensation for your injuries.
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, feel free to contact Maison Law for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
