Carmichael, CA – On the morning of Saturday, April 12, 2025, a hit-and-run collision resulted in injuries to two people, according to CBS13.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the accident took place around 11:30 AM near Walnut Avenue just south of Winding Way.
A sedan traveling northbound on Walnut Avenue reportedly made an unsafe lane change and struck a truck carrying two adults and two juveniles. The impact forced the truck off the roadway and into a power pole.
Both adults in the truck sustained injuries—one with minor injuries and the other with more serious trauma—and were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Officials said the two juveniles inside the vehicle were not injured.
The driver of the sedan fled the scene before authorities arrived. CHP is continuing to investigate the incident and has not released any description of the suspect vehicle.
California Hit-and-Run Laws
California Law requires drivers involved in a collision to stop their vehicle, notify law enforcement, and exchange insurance information with others involved. Failure to do so, considered to be a “hit-and-run,” is a misdemeanor in cases of property damage and a felony when someone has been injured.
When the actions of reckless drivers cause others to be injured, the cost of recovery should not fall on their victims. Filing a Personal Injury Claim with the at-fault party’s insurance can provide compensation for medical bills and lost wages during recovery.
However, insurance companies often try to deny or minimize claims. That’s why having a knowledgeable personal injury attorney on your side is crucial to securing proper compensation for your injuries.
California Personal Injury Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a California Personal Injury Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
