San Bernardino County, CA: Patrol Car Struck by Hit-and-Run Driver in Victorville

San Bernardino County, California (February 27, 2018): A Victorville Police Department Deputy was reportedly injured when his patrol car was struck by a hit-and-run driver at a Victorville intersection early Sunday morning, February 25, 2018. Only limited information about the incident has been made available to the public at this time.

The accident reportedly occurred just after 2:30 a.m. when the patrol car, traveling south on Mariposa Road, was struck by pick-up truck driving west on Nisqualli Road. The deputy was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of injuries sustained in the collision and was reportedly released later that same day.

The reasons for the collision are unknown. Officials believe the hit-and-run vehicle may have been a black or dark-colored late-model 4-door Chevrolet Silverado that likely has extensive damage on the front passenger side. Anyone with information should contact the Victorville Police Department as soon as possible.

The Los Angeles Injury Group would like to offer our sympathy to the victim of this crash, along with our prayers for a swift and complete recovery. The days, week, and months following a motor vehicle crash can be overwhelmingly difficult and stressful even where victims have fortuitously avoided severe injuries, and it is important for those affected to know the rights and remedies afforded to them by the laws of their state.

If you or someone you love suffered injuries in a motor vehicle crash, you may be entitled to recover monetary compensation under California law. To learn more, call the Los Angeles Injury Group at 310-954-7248 and schedule a free consultation to discuss your case and explore your options with one of our dedicated and diligent motor vehicle crash attorneys today.