![[10-19-2024] Two People Injured After Driver Strikes Bus Stop Near Stockton Boulevard](https://ak1.to//Gf7w.webp)
Two people were injured, one seriously, after a driver struck them at a bus stop in Sacramento on Saturday morning, October 19, 2024.
According to Sacramento police, the crash occurred around 11:00 a.m. near Stockton Boulevard and McMahon Drive.
One victim, a woman, was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, while the other victim, a man, was hospitalized with injuries that were not life-threatening.
Investigators are currently looking into whether drugs or alcohol were factors in the crash.
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.
