Fresno, CA (May 29, 2021) – A bicyclist was injured after being struck by a hit-and-run driver on Friday afternoon, May 28, at a Fresno intersection, troopers with the California Highway Patrol reported.
The accident occurred around 3:25 p.m. at the intersection of North Blackstone Avenue and North Nees Avenue, which is located near Highway 41. CHP troopers said the bicyclist was hit and seriously injured at the Fresno intersection, though there was no description of the suspect’s vehicle or the driver involved.
Emergency crews were dispatched around 3:40 p.m. and provided medical aid to the bicyclist. Troopers did not say if the cyclist was transported to an area medical center.
Authorities are still searching for the hit-and-run suspect, and their investigation into the events leading up to the wreck is ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim. We hope for their full recovery.
According to data released by the California Department of Transportation, deadly bike injuries are on the rise throughout the state. In fact, more than 60% of fatal bicycle crashes were caused by distracted drivers hitting cyclists, even when riders used bike lanes or the sidewalk to observe traffic regulations. Furthermore, cyclists are particularly vulnerable to serious injury or death after a bike crash. Due to the fact that bicyclists do not have the protection of passenger vehicles, riders may be subject to more severe consequences as a result of an accident.
These serious bike accidents causing injuries or even fatalities are an unfortunately common part of life in California, particularly in busy metro locations like the Bay Area. When multiple victims are injured in an accident, they may have to deal with other drivers' insurance companies, long-term physical pain, and expensive hospital bills. Occasionally, as a result of these incidents, victims succumb to their injuries, leaving their grieving families to cope with emotional trauma and financial difficulties as a result of another driver's negligence.
But the victims and their families affected by these wrecks can seek help from a California wrongful death attorney. A skilled attorney in California can help victims seek justice and the fair compensation they deserve after suffering in an accident that occurred through no fault of their own.
Gene Halavanau at Halavanau Law Office strives to help victims and their families in their time of need. At Halavanau Law Office in San Francisco, our team can help you collect the maximum amount of compensation available for your injuries and losses. Victims and their families should never be forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars of their own money on medical treatment, especially if their injuries resulted from an accident caused by the careless, reckless, negligent, or intentional actions of another party.
Our team at Halavanau will gladly review the facts of your case and tailor our advice to match the specific needs of your case. We have years of experience when it comes to fighting for victims and their families. If you've been involved in an accident in the Bay Area caused by the negligent actions of another driver, contact our accident attorneys in San Francisco today at (415) 692-5301 or Halavanau.com to schedule your consultation.
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Disclaimers: The purpose of this accident news post is to bring awareness to drivers in and around the Bay area about what they should do if they are involved in an injury accident. We hope that readers will use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle to avoid being involved in a serious accident. This news post is not intended to be a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post should be considered medical or legal advice. Make sure to talk to a qualified personal injury lawyer if you have been injured in an accident through no fault of your own. The picture used in this post is not from this accident scene.
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