![[06-19-2024] Pedestrian Hospitalized Following Hit-And-Run Collision Along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard](https://ak1.to//zOj3.webp)
A pedestrian was hospitalized following a hit-and-run collision in South Los Angeles on Wednesday night, June 19, 2024.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department’s Southwest Division, the pedestrian vs. vehicle traffic incident occurred around 11:14 p.m. at the Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Budlong Avenue intersection.
LAPD responded to the scene alongside the Los Angeles Fire Department. Upon arrival, they found the pedestrian, who remains unnamed, down in the roadway and not breathing. The victim was rushed to a local hospital in unknown condition. Currently, there is still no update on the status of the victim.
The hit-and-run vehicle was described as a black truck and nothing more. Police have not provided an official description of the suspect or pinpointed their current whereabouts.
The authorities are still gathering all the necessary details to determine the cause of the accident. It is not immediately known if drugs or alcohol played a role in the incident.
Further information was not available at this time. Police work is underway.
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.
