2 Injured in Bakersfield Pedestrian Crash at River Boulevard and Knotts Street

Bakersfield, California (January 29, 2020) – Two people were struck and injured by an alleged DUI driver on Tuesday evening in Bakersfield, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The crash happened at about 6:40 p.m., January 28, at the intersection of River Boulevard and Knotts Street near Highway 178 and Jefferson Park.

The CHP officials said two persons were walking in a crosswalk at the intersection when an SUV turned on Knotts Street and hit the two pedestrians.

The two pedestrians suffered minor injuries and were treated by responding paramedics. Officials did not confirm if the victims were taken to the hospital for further treatment.

The names and the current conditions of the patients were not disclosed.

Police confirmed the SUV driver was driving under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash.

The crash remains under investigation.

“A person on foot is no match for a large, multi-ton vehicle. Pedestrians have virtually no protection when they are hit by cars, motorcycles, trucks, and other vehicles” Managing Partner and CEO Alpine Law Group, Mr. Arin Khodaverdian, believes. “Sadly, this often leads to catastrophic injuries including temporary or lifelong disability, severe disfigurement, severe physical and emotional pain, and/or death.” He adds.

Alpine Law Group President and Managing Partner, Arin Khodaverdian, encourage victims and their family members to seek legal help as soon as possible in order to preserve their rights to the full extent of the law.

Mr. Khodaverdian has worked for many years as a wrongful death and personal injury attorney. He and his team of attorneys have helped thousands of injury victims and their families recover over $100 million in compensation. “In one case, we recovered a 7-figure settlement within 11 business days of being hired by the family of a victim who was killed by a negligent driver.”

Swift action by an experienced attorney helps preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and begin to pursue those responsible for the incident.

Mr. Khodaverdian is personally available for free consultations 24/7 by calling 866-773-0222.