![[03-25-2025] Two Elderly Pedestrians Injured After Driver Runs Red Light In Livermore](https://ak1.to//47f7.webp)
A couple in their 60s was injured after being struck by a car that ran a red light in Livermore on Tuesday morning, March 25, 2025.
According to the Livermore Police Department, the vehicle hit the pedestrians around 7:15 a.m. as they crossed the intersection of East Avenue and Hillcrest Avenue.
A preliminary investigation reports that the couple was in the crosswalk when the pedestrian signal allowed them to cross. Witnesses reported that the driver traveling eastbound on East Avenue ran a red light and struck them.
Emergency responders transported the victims to Eden Medical Center in Castro Valley after they sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
The 50-year-old male driver from Livermore stayed at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
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.
