SAN DIEGO, CA – Two juveniles were injured Thursday morning when they were hit by a vehicle in National City.
According to a report by Fox 5, the victims were crossing East 24th Street and D Avenue at about 7:44 a.m. when they were hit by an oncoming vehicle.
The children, whose ages are unavailable at this time, sustained minor injuries in the crash. It is unclear whether they were hospitalized as a result.
The driver involved, an unidentified woman remained at the scene. Police have not said if she will face any charges at this time.
If you were involved in a car accident in the National City area, the steps you take in the moments afterward are vital when you decide to file a claim. You should pull to a safe part of the roadway before anything else. This action could potentially save you and your vehicle from another collision. After that, make sure all the occupants of your vehicle are safe. If anyone is hurt, contact emergency services right away. Once everyone is accounted for, you should begin to gather evidence at the scene and exchange contact and insurance information with any other drivers involved. Next, contact local authorities to file an official accident report before anyone leaves the scene. Lastly, contact an experienced San Diego car accident lawyer from HHJ Trial Attorneys to find out if your case could be eligible for financial compensation. We can be reached through our online case information form or by phone at 619-INJURED.
