Officer Hospitalized after Police Chase Accident on Linne Road in Paso Robles
Investigator Injured in Paso Robles Car Crash on Linne Road; Marcos David Rodriguez Arrested
Paso Robles, California (April 9, 2019) – An officer was injured Friday evening after a police pursuit ended in a traffic collision in Paso Robles according to California Highway Patrol.
At about 6:00 p.m. Friday, April 5, the CHP officers located a suspicious vehicle parked on Linne Road near Paso Robles. When the authorities ran the plate number, they determined that the car was reported stolen out of Santa Maria.
The CHP requested assistance and before their arrival, the driver of the vehicle fled towards Paso Robles. The officers attempted to initiate the driver to stop, but the driver failed to yield and a pursuit ensued.
Moments later, the driver pulled onto Larkfield place, which is a court, and slammed into an undercover police car pinning it into a dirt embankment.
Injury Car Accident in Paso Robles, April 5
An investigator was transported to a nearby hospital with unspecified injuries. The name of the patient and their condition at this time remained unknown.
The suspect, identified as Marcos David Rodriguez, 41, of Santa Maria, was arrested by the officers. His passenger was transported into custody and was later released with a citation.
Rodriguez is facing several charges including stolen vehicle, possession of stolen property, felony evading causing injuries, and assault with a deadly weapon. He is being held on $50,000 bail.
The crash remains under investigation.
We hope that the injured person gets the medical care necessary to have a full recovery.
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.
If you or your loved one has been injured in a traffic crash because of a third party’s negligence, then the responsible party should be held accountable. Contact a personal injury attorney at Pacific Attorney Group, and they can help you get a fair compensation for lost wages, pain, medical expenses and much more.
If you are the victim or a family member and you would like a free copy of the police report, please contact Pacific Attorney Group at 1-800-358-9617.
What to Do Immediately after a Car Accident.
Car accidents happen very fast leaving the motorist without much time to make decisions. However, actions a motorist takes after the collision are important in ensuring the safety of their passengers and other motorists. Drivers are encouraged to take the following actions after the crash.
- Stay at the scene of the accident. However, the vehicle should be moved safely away from traffic to avoid more possible collisions.
- Check on the safety of the passengers and other drivers and promptly notify the authorities.
- Exchange vital information with the other drivers. If possible, exchange contacts with witnesses.
- Take photos of the damage to your car.
- Contact your insurance company immediately. You are encouraged to disclose all the vital information as truthfully as possible.
- Keep all the medical records and keep track of all the related expenses.
