A female pedestrian was struck by a car and pinned beneath the vehicle in Garden Grove on Monday night, September 2, 2024.
The Orange County Fire Authority dispatched Battalion 11, Truck 81, Engine 80, and an ambulance to the scene at Brookhurst Street and Westminster Avenue.
Firefighters arrived to find a woman trapped underneath the vehicle. Using specialized equipment, Truck 81 lifted the car and successfully extricated the patient.
Firefighter paramedics provided advanced life support care before transporting the woman to a hospital. Her condition was not immediately available.
The Garden Grove Police Department is conducting an investigation into the incident.
There is no additional information immediately available.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.