![[03-18-2025] Woman Sustains Major Injuries in Hit-And-Run Crash on S. 7th Street](https://ak1.to//W24FG.webp)
A 48-year-old woman sustained major injuries in a hit-and-run incident in Modesto on Tuesday morning, March 18, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, officers were dispatched at approximately 7:20 a.m. to S. 7th Street, south of Blankenburg Avenue.
Upon arrival, a woman was found lying on the west dirt shoulder of the roadway with no associated vehicle nearby. The victim was transported to a hospital for treatment of major injuries.
An investigation conducted by CHP determined that the suspect had been traveling southbound on S. 7th Street when the victim was struck and the driver fled the scene. The suspect, identified as a 24-year-old woman, was arrested one week later on Tuesday.
No further details were immediately available.
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.
