Four passengers were injured following a two-vehicle hit-and-run crash in Brentwood on Sunday afternoon, July 28, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the traffic collision occurred around 1:00 p.m. on westbound Highway 4, just west of Lone Tree Way.
The incident involved a burgundy Toyota Tacoma with five occupants and a dark pickup truck with a towed trailer. CHP said that the pickup, directly to the right of the Toyota, changed lanes unsafely, causing the collision.
The Toyota driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, veering to the grassy center divider before overturning multiple times along the highway. The pickup, meanwhile, fled the scene toward westbound Highway 4.
It is said that the Toyota driver, only described as a man, managed to walk away from the wreckage unharmed. However, his four adult passengers all suffered serious injuries. CHP said that one of them was airlifted to the hospital while the other three were transported via ground ambulance.
The names, ages, and genders of the four patients were not disclosed. All of them are expected to make full recoveries.
The hit-and-run accident is still under investigation. It is not immediately known if alcohol or drugs played a role. The driver of the dark pickup truck involved is still at large.
Anyone with information that could help the authorities locate the hit-and-run driver is urged to contact them at (925) 646-4980.
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.
