One person was injured after a hit-and-run DUI collision involving a police pursuit in San Rafael on Sunday evening, August 4, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident happened at about 6:45 p.m. along northbound Highway 101 on the Smith Ranch Road off-ramp.
Officers said they spotted a Nissan Altima with a missing tire traveling northbound on Highway 101 and pursued the vehicle toward the Smith Ranch Road exit. The Nissan driver crossed the opposite lane and drove the wrong way, resulting in a crash with an oncoming Chevrolet Silverado.
The Chevy driver reportedly suffered minor injuries as a result of the crash. It is not immediately known if they were transported to the hospital for treatment. Their name, age, and current condition were not provided.
Authorities later confirmed that the Nissan driver, later identified as 24-year-old San Francisco native Gregory H., was intoxicated at the time of the accident. He was arrested and was booked into the Marin County Jail on several charges, including felony DUI and hit-and-run causing injuries.
No further information was immediately available.
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.
