![[09-09-2024] Pedestrian Killed After Hit-And-Run Crash in Lancaster](https://ak1.to//e4YJH.webp)
A pedestrian was killed following a hit-and-run crash involving a red sedan in Lancaster on Monday night, September 9, 2024.
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. at the intersection of Third Street East and Avenue I.
Deputies arrived to find the pedestrian suffering from severe injuries. Witnesses reported that a red four-door sedan struck the pedestrian and fled the scene.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the vehicle was traveling west on Avenue I when it hit the pedestrian, who was walking north in the marked crosswalk. It is unclear whether the driver or the pedestrian had the right of way and whether alcohol or drugs were involved in the crash.
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.
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.
