![[10-20-2024] Toddler, 2 Adults Injured After Hit-And-Run Collision in Downtown Los Angeles](https://ak1.to//tKjBs.webp)
A toddler and two adults were injured after a hit-and-run collision in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday night, October 20, 2024.
Units from the Los Angeles Fire Department and Los Angeles Police Department Central Division responded to a reported two-vehicle traffic collision at the intersection of 6th and San Pedro streets at around 10:18 p.m.
First responders found a gray Volkswagen vehicle with moderate damage in the center of the intersection and a black Tesla sedan that had collided with a construction site. The Volkswagen was carrying a woman, who was apparently a grandmother, and her granddaughter, who was two years old.
According to LAFD spokesperson Margaret Stewart, the woman and toddler were sent to a nearby hospital with minor injuries. LAFD also evaluated another unidentified adult patient at the scene, but the patient refused transportation.
The Tesla driver fled from the scene. No other information is available at this time.
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.
