![[01-23-2025] Bicyclist Seriously Injured After Hit-and-Run Crash on Menifee Road](https://ak1.to//eSbOH.webp)
A 48-year-old man sustained serious injuries after being struck by a hit-and-run driver while riding his bicycle along Menifee Road on Thursday evening, January 23, 2025.
According to the Menifee Police Department, the collision occurred just before 7:00 p.m. near the intersection of Menifee and Triple Crown roads.
The bicyclist was traveling northbound with his back to traffic when a vehicle veered toward the shoulder and struck him. The driver fled the scene without stopping.
Emergency responders from the Riverside County Fire Department arrived at the scene and transported the victim to a regional trauma center with serious but non-life-threatening injuries to his arms and leg.
Authorities believe the suspect vehicle is a blue sedan with front-end damage. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Menifee Police Department’s Traffic Unit at (951) 723-1566 or (951) 723-1500.
The investigation is ongoing.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
