Santa Rosa, CA: Teen Girl Injured in Car Accident on Hoen Avenue
16-Year-Old Girl Hurt in Santa Rosa Crash on Hoen Avenue
Santa Rosa, California (April 7, 2019) – A 16-year-old girl was struck and injured by a vehicle in Santa Rosa on Friday, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The accident occurred on April 5, at 4040 Hoen Avenue.
The crash happened when a Kia Optima driven by a 14-year-old boy slammed into the wall of an apartment building where the young girl was standing. The teen was reportedly trapped between the driver’s side door and the building.
The girl, who was outside the car, was attempting to teach the boy how to drive when the boy put the car into drive hence striking the girl.
Girl Hospitalized after Santa Rosa Car Crash
The collision resulted in moderate injuries to the teen. She was rescued by the first responders who immediately rushed her to the Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital for treatment and evaluation.
The CHP cited the boy for driving without a license.
No further details were released concerning the accident.
We at Pacific Attorney Group pray for a quick recovery to those injured in this crash.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of these traffic accidents range from distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. It is evident that negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
Officers will process the evidence collected at the crash scene and establish the cause of the collision and the party to take responsibility.
If you or your loved one was hurt in a traffic collision caused by a negligent party, you should talk to a personal injury attorney for legal advice.
Contact Pacific Attorney Group today at 1-800-358-9617 and speak with one of our attorneys.
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