17-Year-Old Airlifted to Hospital after Being Struck on S Street

NEWMAN, CA (August 15, 2022) – Wednesday morning, a high school student was hospitalized after a pedestrian accident on Kern Street.

The incident around 7:50 a.m. near the intersection of Kern Street and S street.

According to the report, a driver did not stop at a posted stop sign and hit a 17-year-old in the crosswalk. The teen flew forward and hit his head on the windshield causing serious injuries.

Fire and police department personnel arrived at the scene shortly after and requested an air ambulance to transport the teen to an area hospital. The authorities have not disclosed the identity of the injured victim and the involved driver.

Newman Officials continue to investigate the Kern Street pedestrian crash.

Whether a driver or a pedestrian, it is vital to abide by all traffic laws and observe safety precautions. If you’re behind the wheel, do your part to avoid distractions and look out for pedestrians. If there is no sidewalk around you, walk on the shoulder and face oncoming traffic. By obeying traffic laws and being cautious of the road conditions, you can help prevent an unforeseen accident like the pedestrian accident on Kern Street.

It is vital to have solid legal representation on your side when injured in a pedestrian accident. Reach out to the pedestrian accident 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 their office at (800) 975-3435 for a free and confidential case evaluation. Additionally, you can reach them 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through email, text, and online chat. Click here to request a police report.

For more accident news, click here.

Advertising disclosure: We may receive compensation for some of the links in our stories. Thank you for supporting LA Weekly and our advertisers.