October 29, 2024, Visalia, CA: A man was injured and another was arrested in a pedestrian accident that happened intentionally in Visalia on Tuesday evening.
According to information provided by Your Central Valley, the accident happened at the Visalia Lowe’s around 6:10 p.m. Police confirmed that a man was walking in the parking lot when he was intentionally struck by the driver of a vehicle. The driver abandoned his vehicle and fled the scene on foot but was arrested nearby.
The pedestrian, identified as a 51-year-old man, was rushed to a local hospital with injuries. Nobody else was hurt in the accident.
Police arrested the suspect, a 49-year-old man, under suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon.
No further details have been released at this time. Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the collision.
Following a Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident in Visalia
After a pedestrian accident, an injured victim may be feeling alone and confused concerning their legal options. Especially in cases where the driver acted carelessly and fled the scene, there could be complexities in a pedestrian victim’s case. For those involved in a hit-and-run pedestrian accident, here are two major options they have:
- Filing a personal injury claim if the driver was apprehended by police
- Filing an insurance claim against your own insurance if the driver was not apprehended
If you move forward with a claim, you may discover that you are eligible for a wide array of benefits. These include medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and more.
You can take a closer look at our California hit-and-run accident guide for more information on your options following an accident.
Contact a Visalia Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for More Information
If your life was turned upside-down due to another party’s negligence in a pedestrian accident, you should never have to face your claim alone. Our Visalia pedestrian accident lawyers at Maison Law are here to help you navigate the complexities of the legal system so that you can get back on your feet. We will provide you with resources that can help you during this challenging time. Please do not hesitate to contact us for a no-obligation case review that comes with no upfront fees.
