Witness Crashes Into Hit-and-Run Driver Fleeing Accident Scene

March 26, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- A driver who ran a red light at the Miami intersection of 79th Street and Northwest 27th Avenue killed one and critically injured another. The two were injured in the hit-and-run accident while waiting for the bus stop.

As the driver attempted to flee the scene of the accident, however, witnesses in a nearby vehicle forced the hit-and-run driver off the road in an effort to prevent him from driving away. The witness was successful in stopping the driver who caused the car accident.

According to police, a Toyota truck driver was involved in an accident with two other cars before the truck left the road and crashed into the two bystanders, fatally injuring one and severely injuring another. The truck driver attempted to flee the scene of the accident and turned right onto another nearby street where he was intentionally rammed by a witness who wanted to ensure that the truck was unable to make a getaway from the scene. The truck driver was detained by the witness until police arrived.

While charges have not been filed in the case of this fatal car accident, it's clear that the truck driver caused significant harm to many. The truck driver is likely facing charges of leaving the scene of an accident that involved death.

Florida Hit-and-Run Accident Victims May Have Recourse

Hit-and-run crashes are all too common throughout Florida. A driver may flee the scene of an accident for many reasons - the driver may be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the driver may want to avoid liability for causing a serious accident or the driver may flee out of fear. It is important to know that a victim of a hit-and-run driver has rights after a car accident.

A hit-and-run accident victim who is unable to locate the at-fault driver may still be able to obtain compensation for the property damage and medical bills as a result of the accident through uninsured or underinsured motorist insurance coverage. Other insurance compensation may also be available. It is important to consult with a car accident lawyer after a hit-and-run accident to understand the options available after this type of complicated car accident.

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