Hit-and-Run Crash near Narragansett Avenue Left 17-Year-Old Boy Injured

SAN DIEGO, CA (March 8, 2023) – Friday evening, a hit-and-run collision on Catalina Boulevard left a boy on an electric bicycle injured. Officers responded to the incident around 6:28 p.m. at the 1800 block of Catalina Boulevard and Narragansett Avenue. Upon arrival, a 17-year-old boy was riding his bicycle northbound of Catalina on a green light before yielding to turn east. However, an unknown vehicle traveling southbound struck the teenager from behind as the boy prepared to turn east of Narragansett. Authorities said the driver did not render aid to the victim and fled the scene going southbound on 1700 Catalina Boulevard. First responders quickly transported the boy to a nearby hospital for a serious pelvic injury. Moreover, both directions of the roadway were temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties. At this time, the San Diego traffic division is asking anyone with further information about the Catalina Boulevard hit-and-run to contact 858-495-7800. Thousands of people are injured each year due to reckless driving. If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in any non-driving activity which creates a potential distraction. You can help prevent an accident by abiding by all traffic laws and observing safety precautions.
It is important to have strong legal representation on your side when injured in a hit-and-run crash. Reach out to the personal injury attorneys at Sweet James today. With 20 years of experience in the field, they know what it takes to help you win your case. Their team understands what you are going through, and they are here to help you seek justice and compensation. Call them at (800) 500-5200 for a free and confidential case evaluation. You can reach them 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through email, text, and online chat. For more accident news, click here.

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