Street Racing Accident Near Modesto
I’m Ed Smith, a Modesto car accident lawyer. There has been a significant increase in street racing incidents throughout the past decade. Such incidents are fueled by the power of social media. Every driver wants to prove they can win a street race with their fast-moving motor vehicle. However, nobody can win a race if it results in injuries or even wrongful death. A similar incident occurred near Modesto during the early morning hours of Wednesday, October 4, 2017. The incident, unfortunately, caused a motorist to be hospitalized for their injuries.
We extend our thougths for a full recovery to the party that suffered traumatic injuries in this street racing accident.
What Happened?
Officials responded to the scene of an automobile accident involving two vehicles along Standiford Avenue in the vicinity of Tully Road at approximately 1:00 am. The two vehicles were allegedly racing along Standiford Avenue when one of the drivers lost control and struck the other car. The vehicle that lost control collided with a city tree and a utility pole. The impact from the collision caused the car to overturn and spill fuel around the vehicle.
Emergency crews were immediately dispatched to the scene. When they arrived, they set up fire safety precautions and used hydraulic extrication tools to free to the trapped driver inside the overturned vehicle.
Was Anybody Injured?
The motorist of the overturned vehicle, unfortunately, suffered traumatic injuries due to the car accident. The driver was transported to the Doctors Medical Center for injury treatment.
What Caused the Accident?
It appears that street racing was the cause of the crash. However, authorities have about one to two weeks to process a Traffic Collision Report. The report will usually indicate a cause for the accident.
What is Street Racing?
Street racing is generally defined as an illegal form of driving that occurs along a public roadway. Street racing is illegal and extremely dangerous.
Accidents Involving Street Racing
Individuals who have suffered injuries in an accident involving a driver engaged in street racing is entitled to compensation for their losses. Such cases require evidence to support the claim. Contact an experienced Modesto car accident lawyer for more details.
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