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A 47-year-old woman from San Diego sustained critical injuries after being struck by a truck tractor in Oceanside on Monday evening, December 30, 2024.
According to the Oceanside Police Department, the collision occurred around 7:11 p.m. on State Route 76 near Canyon Drive.
The woman was walking along the fog line of eastbound SR-76 when a 2013 Freightliner truck tractor driven by a 30-year-old man from Lynwood struck her.
Emergency responders transported the woman to Scripps Hospital via air ambulance. She underwent surgery and remained in critical condition as of Tuesday morning.
The driver of the truck remained at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.
The OPD’s major accident investigation team is investigating the collision.
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.
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