2 Hurt in Hit-And-Run Accident on State Highway 12 near Irwin Lane in Sonoma County
2 Injured in Sonoma County Crash on State Highway 12 near Irwin Lane
Sonoma County, California (June 25, 2021) – Two people sustained injuries in a hit-and-run collision on State Highway 12 near Irwin Lane in Sonoma County on Thursday night, according to the authorities.
The incident happened just before 10:45 p.m. June 24.
Authorities said the Lyft driver, a 43-year-old El Verano man, was driving a 2021 Toyota Prius west on State Route 12 when he was rear-ended by a gray Acura sedan.
The driver of the Acura sedan fled from the scene after the accident.
2 Hurt in Sonoma County Crash on SH 12 near Irwin Lane
The driver of the Lyft was taken to Kaiser-Santa Rosa with minor injuries. A passenger in the Lyft, a 30-year-old Sebastopol woman, also sustained minor injuries and was taken to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital.
Authorities said the suspect was driving a vehicle believed to be a gray 2009-2010 Acura TSX four-door Acura sedan.
The CHP is investigating the crash.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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