![[10-27-2024] 26-Year-Old Killed After Hit-And-Run Crash Involving Multiple Vehicles on Highway 99](https://ak1.to//IpeXO.webp)
A 26-year-old Bakersfield man was killed after being rear-ended by a hit-and-run driver in Tulare on Sunday morning, October 27, 2024.
Authorities responded to the incident around 10:00 a.m. on Highway 99, north of the K Street over-crossing.
According to the California Highway Patrol, a black Chevrolet Silverado was traveling northbound when it collided with the rear of a red Nissan Altima. The impact caused the Altima to travel across all northbound lanes and come to rest against a wire fence. Following the initial collision, the Silverado then crashed into the rear of a white Ford Escape.
All involved vehicles sustained major damage. The driver of the Nissan was pronounced dead at the scene, while two of the three passengers in the Ford Escape suffered minor injuries. CHP reports that the driver of the Silverado fled the scene on foot and remains unidentified.
It is currently unknown if alcohol or drugs played a role in this tragic crash, and the investigation is ongoing.
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.
