Miguel Velazquez Injured In Downtown, Los Angeles Hit-And-Run Collision While Riding Moped Near The Intersection of Flower Street and 3rd Street
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA (August 28, 2022) – A man identified as Miguel Velazquez was injured in a Los Angeles hit-and-run collision while riding a moped by Flower Street and 3rd Street.
Los Angeles County officials are saying that the victim was on his way from his shift at a downtown restaurant. Miguel Velazquez was riding a moped when he was struck by a blue Mini Cooper.
The driver of the Mini Cooper fled the scene and is being sought by police. Three good Samaritans rushed over to help Miguel Velazquez after the collision.
He was taken to the hospital in order to receive treatment for broken bones and bruising. The LAPD is offering a $25,000 reward for any person with information leading to the arrest of the Mini Cooper driver who fled the scene.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Los Angeles Hit-And-Run Collisions
Far too many people are killed or seriously injured every year in hit-and-run collisions. According to AAA, “There were an estimated 737,100 hit-and-run crashes in 2015 (NHTSA, 2016). This translates to a hit-and-run crash happening somewhere in the U.S. every 43 seconds. The 2,049 fatalities that resulted from hit-and-run crashes in 2016 were the highest number ever recorded (NHTSA, 2017).” There are many factors that could contribute to hit-and-run collisions.
- Nearly a third of all fatal collisions involve an intoxicated driver.
- Driver fatigue is another major cause of traffic accidents.
- A large number of car accidents happen during evening hours when visibility is reduced.
All drivers have a legal obligation to operate their vehicle at a safe speed. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 22350, no person shall drive a motor vehicle at a speed greater than what would be reasonable or safe given the prevailing conditions of the roadway. If a driver flees the scene of a collision, they could face criminal as well as civil liability for their actions. There are a number of steps that should be taken after any hit-and-run collision.
- Surveillance footage of the collision should be sought.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- A thorough, independent investigation should be conducted.
Any person that is injured in a Los Angeles hit-and-run collision may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A personal injury attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Los Angeles Hit-And-Run Collision
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to Miguel Velazquez as he continues to recover. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of the victim.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Los Angeles hit-and-run collision? You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they are entitled to under the law. You are always welcome to reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
