Santa Maria, CA: CHP Investigating Hit-and-Run Accident on Highway 101 near Palmer Road
Santa Maria Crash on Highway 101 Near Palmer Road Injures At Least One Person
Santa Maria, California (June 16, 2021) – A Santa Maria crash involving a silver Chevrolet SUV and a red Honda sedan Sunday evening injured at least one person.
The hit-and-run car collision was reported just about 7:20 p.m., June 13, on the northbound side of the highway near Palmer Road.
The California Highway Patrol affirmed a driver of a third vehicle that was possibly involved in the crash fled the scene after the accident.
Santa Maria Hit-and-Run Crash
As per the report, at least one unidentified person sustained injuries following the wreck.
Officials requested tow trucks to remove both wrecked vehicles away from the crash site.
The CHP is still investigating to locate the hit-and-run suspect.
An Overview of Motorcycle Accident Statistics in California
- More than 500 motorcyclists died, and more than 15,500 were injured in 2017 in California.
- About 80% of all annual motorcycle accidents result in injuries or death.
- California has over 800,000 registered motorcycles, the largest in the nation.
Tips for Safe Riding of Motorcycles
- Ensure you are properly licensed before riding a motorcycle.
- Practice how to operate a motorcycle properly.
- Wear the proper protection.
- Ride responsibly.
If you or your loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident and need legal help, call our law firm at Click to call : 866-803-6502 and talk to an accident attorney.
