![[09-05-2024] Two Pedestrians Hospitalized After Being Struck by Vehicle Along Santa Clara Avenue](https://ak1.to//13e.webp)
Two pedestrians were hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle in Alameda County on Thursday morning, September 5, 2024.
According to the Alameda Police Department, the incident occurred around 9:55 a.m. in Gong Cha café near Park Street and Santa Clara Avenue.
Authorities stated that the driver, who was turning left onto Park Street from eastbound Santa Clara Avenue, struck two pedestrians in a crosswalk before crashing into the café. Neither of the pedestrians sustained significant injuries but were taken to a local hospital for observation, police reported.
The driver was uninjured and had to be removed from the vehicle by Alameda firefighters. Authorities have not confirmed whether the driver was issued a citation or what led to the crash, though some reports suggest the driver may have accelerated instead of braking.
There is no additional information 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.
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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.
