![[05-28-2024] Injuries Reported Following Hit-And-Run Collisions Along Claybank Road and Meadowlark Drive](https://ak1.to//6Q3X4.webp)
Injuries were reported following hit-and-run collisions in Fairfield on Tuesday morning, May 28, 2024.
According to the Fairfield Police Department, the crash happened along Claybank Road and westbound on Meadowlark Drive.
Authorities stated that a stolen vehicle was reported around the area of East Tabor Avenue and Grande Circle. The responding officers found the car in the parking lot of an apartment complex along Claybank Road.
The suspect, identified as 27-year-old Damarrea N., tried to escape by ramming through the north gate of the complex and fleeing onto Claybank Road. He drove westbound on Meadowlark Drive and was involved in two hit-and-run crashes, which resulted in injuries.
Details on the extent of injuries, as well as the number of people injured, were not immediately available. The suspect was apprehended after the victims reported his location to the police. He was booked into County Jail.
Further information on the collision has yet to be released by the authorities. Investigations are ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident is encouraged to contact the police and help determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
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.
