![[11-09-2024] At Least Four Hospitalized After Crash Following Stolen Vehicle Pursuit](https://ak1.to//aEav.webp)
At least four people, including children, were hospitalized after a sheriff’s deputy’s pursuit of a stolen vehicle ended in a crash in San Bernardino on Saturday evening, November 9, 2024.
The pursuit began at Base Line Street and Sterling Avenue and ended at the intersection of E and Base Line Streets when the suspect collided with an uninvolved vehicle, according to Gloria Huerta, a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department spokesperson.
The suspect’s silver Kia flipped onto its side against a wall, while a second vehicle sustained significant front-end damage.
Paramedics evaluated several individuals, including children, and transported them from the scene on gurneys.
Further details about the injuries and the ongoing investigation are not immediately available.
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.
