As Mesa hit-and-run accident attorneys, we were shocked to learn that after a hit and run car accident was caused, the at-fault driver tried to run from the police. The hit and run car accident in Mesa occurred on January 29, 2012. The shooting happened near Brown Road and 64th Street, and the erratic driving, including the collision and several instances of running red lights, occurred between Gilbert and Broadway, according to Fox 10. The suspect finally drove his vehicle into a brick wall where police tried to apprehend him. When he pulled out a handgun, they shot him, causing four other vehicles to crash when the drivers tried to avoid the scene. The man is expected to recover, although he was listed in critical condition. We want to send our thoughts and prayers to all those injured by this aggressive and erratic driver.
Mesa Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics
There was one fatal Mesa hit-and-run accident in 2008, according to Mesa.gov. However, it is unclear how many injury crashes also involved the suspect fleeing the scene. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), there were 11,388 crashes in Arizona in 2010 where one driver fled the scene. Forty-three of these crashes were fatal and 2,285 involved injuries. Fleeing the scene is not only illegal, but very dangerous. The driver who flees often leaves behind a victim who needs help and needs someone to call 9-1-1.
Contact a Mesa Hit-and-Run Car Accident Lawyer
This is a multifaceted Mesa hit-and-run car accident, and it takes an experienced lawyer to investigate exactly what happened. The Husband and Wife Law Team works to obtain settlements from at-fault drivers that the victims can use to cover medical costs, car damages, lost wages, and more. If you were injured in this incident or one like it, contact us today for a free consultation.
