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Sacramento Bicycle Collisions – Sacramento bicycle collisions in 2015 numbered around 231 that led to injuries and fatalities. These figures will be rising as cities institute bike sharing programs, and more people are discovering the cost-effectiveness, pleasure, and exercise afforded to those who ride. Let’s see who is at fault in bicycle accidents, what degree of liability do cyclist delivery jobs impart and the negligence that occurs when children are involved.
Fairfield Crash Fatally Injures Toddler – California Highway Patrol (CHP) officials have reported that a serious car accident took place in Fairfield on Sunday, September 16, 2018. The accident reportedly left a 2-year-old boy with fatal injuries. California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers stated that they suspect the driver of the vehicle carrying the young child to have been under the influence of intoxicants at the time of the accident. The driver of the vehicle was identified as the boy’s father, a 33-year-old resident of the Bay Area city of Richmond.
My prayers and condolences are with the victim’s family as they endure this tragic loss.
Older Drivers Safety – As people age, their body changes with them. During the elderly years, this could mean a loss in visual acuity, a decrease in reflexes, and issues with memory. This all plays a role in someone’s ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and may impact the chances of an auto accident occurring. Whether it is bumper scratches or a serious multi-car accident, every car accident carries with it the opportunity of sustaining multiple injuries. According to some statistics published by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA):
Sacramento Traffic Collision – A Sacramento multi-traffic collision along Interstate 80 on September 17, 2018, resulted in injuries and major damage to at least one vehicle that was involved. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), two of the cars involved in the crash were undrivable and had to be removed by tow trucks from the site. The CHP will be investigating the collision to determine fault and has not reported whether alcohol or drugs was involved.
Sacramento Major Bicycle Injury – On September 19, 2018, a major bicycle injury occurred at around 5:20 in the morning along Watt Avenue. It involved a bicycle rider who was walking his bike across the road when he was struck by a motor vehicle. The cyclist landed on the car’s hood, and it was reported that the vehicle turned on Potter Lane and proceeded for about a block before the bicycle rider fell off. The driver then fled the scene of the accident without checking on the rider. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that the bicyclist suffered severe injuries and was rushed to a local hospital. However, no information on his condition has been released at this time.
Carmichael Pedestrian Injury – A juvenile suffered a pedestrian injury when he was struck by a hit and run driver on September 18 in front of a Carmichael hospital. According to details of the accident, the pedestrian with trauma is 14-years-old and was able to provide authorities with a description of both the vehicle and the driver that fled the scene. The extent of the injuries to the young man is unknown at this time.
Sacramento Collision Death – A suspect has been taken into custody following a recent Sacramento collision death involving an 18-year-old city resident. Following the collision, Avanesh Mal, age 32, fled the scene of the September 14 accident, even though the other man’s vehicle had become engulfed in flames. The suspect, according to the Sacramento Police Department, has been charged with vehicular manslaughter and was booked at the main jail in Sacramento County on September 15. I would like to extend my prayers and sympathy to the family and friends of the young man who lost his life in this tragedy with the hope that they may find solace.
September 2018 Fair Oaks Community Event Calendar – Fair Oaks is home to many fun, unique, community-oriented activities that everyone can enjoy. There are too many upcoming events to list at once, so I have made things easier for all you Fair Oaks residents by putting together a brief compilation of local activities occurring this month. Making time for fun and new experiences have never been easier, so just continue reading until you find an event that suits your needs.
Rollover Accidents Causing Ejections. Whenever someone gets into a motor vehicle, the risk of being involved in a car accident is possible. According to statistics published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
Redding Dump Truck Crash Hospitalizes One – On Monday, September 17, 2018, a collision that took place in Redding left at least one person with injuries requiring hospital care. California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported the accident the same day, stating that the crash involved a Sports Utility Vehicle and a dump truck. According to CHP’s reports, the crash took place during the afternoon on a highway located in the southern end of the city of Redding. According to local authorities, the accident caused serious traffic delays in the area. CHP has stated that they are investigating the crash to find out what factors may have been at play.
