Two Juveniles Injured in Pedestrian Accident on South Harold Street [Fort Bragg, CA]

Two Teens Hurt after Pedestrian Accident on South Harold Street and East Oak Street

 
FORT BRAGG, CA (November 23, 2021) — Two juveniles suffered injuries after a pedestrian accident on South Harold Street on Tuesday, November 16.
 
According to the California Highway Patrol, a truck hit the teens at 8:13 a.m. near the intersection of South Harold Street and East Oak Street.
 
Fort Bragg Police Department Captain Thomas O’Neal said the incident happened when a driver was turning at the intersection of Oak Street and Harold Street. The vehicle struck two 11-year-old juveniles who were crossing the crosswalk while walking towards school.
 
One of the juveniles had minor injuries to their hand and elbow. The other suffered moderate injuries to his leg and medics rushed him to the hospital.
 
The driver cooperated with the investigation and said his vision was impaired by the sun at the time of the incident.
 
Officials do not suspect the driver is under the influence. However, they will likely charge him with an infraction for driving at a high rate of speed.
 
Whether you are a pedestrian or a driver, you should follow all traffic rules and observe safety precautions. If you are behind the wheel, avoid distractions while driving and always look out for pedestrians. If you are a pedestrian, cross the street at the designated crosswalk or intersection. By being cautious of the conditions of the road, you can prevent road accidents.

If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident due to the negligence of others, you can reach out to the Law Offices of Daniel Kim today. We aim to fight for car injury accident victims.  We believe that they should receive the rightful compensation for their pain and suffering. While you focus on healing and recovery, we will handle the rest. You pay nothing unless we win your case. Contact us today at (800) 895-7199.