[04-19-2024] San Diego County, CA – 34-Year-Old Female Pedestrian Seriously Injured After Hit-And-Run Crash Along Genesee Avenue

A 34-year-old female pedestrian was seriously injured after a hit-and-run crash in San Diego on Friday night, April 19, 2024.

According to the San Diego Police Department, the pedestrian vs. vehicle incident happened at about 10:41 p.m. at 3300 Genesee Avenue, around the Clairemont Mesa West neighborhood.

SDPD said that the pedestrian was walking along Genesee near the west curb, close to a buffer zone between the traffic lane and a bike lane. An unknown southbound vehicle then struck the woman before accelerating away without the driver pausing to check on her.

Upon arrival, officers found the victim sitting on the roadway next to a passing motorist. She sustained serious injuries, including a laceration to the back of the head and a pelvic fracture, and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

The whereabouts of the suspect vehicle and its driver are still undetermined. There was also no official description of either the involved vehicle or its driver released at this time. 

Anyone with information regarding the hit-and-run incident is urged to contact the authorities post-haste. Police work is underway.

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.