Three people were injured after a multi-vehicle hit-and-run collision in Calimesa on Tuesday afternoon, July 2, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the freeway crash happened around 12:30 p.m. on Interstate 10, just west of the Sandalwood Drive exit ramp.
CHP said that a red pickup truck crashed into four other vehicles on I-10 at an unconfirmed speed before quickly driving eastbound away from the scene and toward Palm Springs.
Three people from the three other vehicles involved, two sedans and a van, suffered injuries as a result of the incident. Two of them sustained minor injuries, while the third was reportedly badly hurt. They were all taken to a nearby hospital for further medical care.
There is no word yet about the fourth vehicle involved in the hit-and-run crash, and none of the parties involved have been identified publicly.
Authorities have yet to release an official description of the suspect. No license plate information was also provided.
Additional details were not immediately available, and the authorities are still gathering all the necessary information to determine the factors leading up to the collision.
As of this writing, the hit-and-run driver is still at large. The CHP 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.
