![[12-31-2024] Motorist Injured After Hit-And-Run Crash at I-215 Columbia Avenue Exit Ramp](https://ak1.to//xFAsJ.webp)
A motorist sustained injuries in a hit-and-run collision on the southbound Interstate 215 off-ramp at Columbia Avenue in Riverside on Tuesday morning, December 31, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 11:30 a.m. when a sedan collided with another vehicle while exiting the freeway. The impact caused the sedan to crash through a guardrail and knock down several signs.
The driver of the other vehicle fled the scene. No description of the fleeing vehicle is currently available.
Riverside Fire Department personnel arrived promptly and transported the injured motorist to Riverside Community Hospital for treatment of minor to moderate injuries.
CHP officers are actively searching for the driver involved in the hit-and-run. 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.
