San Francisco, CA: Police Chase Crash at Market Street and 5th Street
2 Pedestrians, 5 Others Injured in San Francisco Car Accident at Market Street and 5th Street
San Francisco, California (May 29, 2019) – Two pedestrians and five other people were injured Wednesday afternoon after a police chase ended in a traffic accident in San Francisco, according to authorities.
The crash happened at around 2:00 p.m. at the intersection of Market Street and 5th Street.
Authorities said a sport utility vehicle reversed and sped off after an officer checked the license plate of a silver Kia at the San Francisco intersection and found it was stolen.
The Kia was then chased by police vehicles. The car ended up hitting a pedestrian in a crosswalk and four other vehicles before finally stopping in the city’s South of Market neighborhood.
The pedestrian struck in a crosswalk sustained life-threatening injuries and was listed in stable condition. Another pedestrian and five motorists, including the woman driving the Kia, suffered non-life threatening injuries.
The woman, whose name was not immediately disclosed, was arrested. It was undermined if she was driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
No further details were immediately provided.
The crash remains under investigation.
Pacific Attorney Group hopes those injured in this accident will recover soon.
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.
The law requires drivers to should slow down and give the right of way to pedestrians in both marked and unmarked crosswalks.
Investigators will inspect the vehicle involved for mechanical issues or system failure and analyze photographs of the site of the crash. They will also determine if the driver was intoxicated as at the time of the accident.
The final results of the case will determine if a pedestrian or a family member may have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit and receive compensation for various issues including injuries and medical bills.
We at Pacific Attorney Group will work with you to protect your rights and assist you as you recover.
If you have been injured due to the negligence of another person, please contact us to receive a free consultation with one of our injury attorneys.
If you are the victim or a family member and would like a free copy of the police report, please contact Pacific Attorney Group at 1-800-358-9617.
What You Need to Know about Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are always the most vulnerable segment of traffic. Data collected by The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) indicates that about 5000 pedestrians are killed in accidents and over 70000 injured annually. Although motorists shoulder most of the blame for these types of accidents, pedestrians are sometimes liable for these accidents.
In the event of an auto-pedestrian accident, parties are encouraged to note down as much information as possible about the accident. It is also a good idea to take pictures of the scene incident. Witness statements and police reports are also very important and should be collected promptly. The injured party can then approach a qualified personal injury attorney who will help them evaluate and pursue a claim. The injured pedestrian may recover damages including past and future wage loss, pain and suffering and all past and future medical expenses. If a pedestrian is killed in the collision, their families can pursue full compensation for their economic losses resulting from the death.
