![[04-30-2024] Rider Sustained Severe Injuries Following Hit-And-Run Vehicle Collision in Santa Rosa](https://ak1.to//0Vy4U.webp)
A rider sustained severe injuries following a hit-and-run vehicle collision in Santa Rosa on Tuesday afternoon, April 30, 2024.
According to the Santa Rosa Police Department, the crash happened around 2:55 p.m. at the intersection of Hopper Avenue and Airway Drive.
Reports state that the victim was approaching eastbound on Hopper Avenue and drove through a green light. The pickup driver tried to turn left onto southbound Airway Drive and collided with the motorcycle. The victim sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to the hospital after the collision.
Police said that the driver of the pickup truck sped off. The suspect was driving a silver Ford F-150 with front-end damage.
Further details have yet to be released. Investigations are ongoing.
Anyone with information about the collision is asked to call the authorities at (707) 543-3636
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.
