6-Year-Old Boy Injured In Castro Valley Hit-And-Run Collision By The Intersection of Nunes Street near Castro Valley Boulevard
CASTRO VALLEY, CALIFORNIA (October 29, 2022) – A 6-year-old was seriously injured in a Castro Valley hit-and-run collision on Nunes Street near Castro Valley Boulevard.
Castro Valley police officials are saying that the accident occured around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. A driver hit a 6-year-old boy under unclear circumstances.
The driver of that vehicle fled the scene. Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim. Police are still searching for the driver that fled the scene.
Liability For Castro Valley Car Accidents
It is illegal to flee the scene of any collision that causes bodily injury or death. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 20002, the driver of any vehicle involved in an injury collision must remain at the scene and exchange insurance information with all relevant parties. Drivers that flee collisions could face criminal and civil liability for their actions. There are a number of steps that should be taken after any hit-and-run crash.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Fragments of the fleeing vehicle should be examined.
- A full, independent investigation should be conducted.
Any person that is injured in a hit-and-run collision may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover many of the expenses that can come with a serious collision. Many victims may not realize how injured they are for weeks or months after a collision. A pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A California Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the child injured in this collision and his family. The driver responsible for this crash should do the right thing and turn themselves in. It is never too late to do the right thing.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Castro Valley car accident? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the information and support that they deserve. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support after any accident, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
