Hit-and-run car collision on 13400 Meyer Road in Whittier injures one person
According to a local news report, on Wednesday evening, April 18th, 2018, around 8:06 pm, a car collision occurred on 13400 Meyer Road in Whittier injuring one person.
As mentioned in the article, two cyclists were riding their bicycles near 13400 Meyer Road when a car plowed into one of them and left the scene. In addition, the victim was identified as a 14-year-old male, stated the report.
Furthermore, emergency personnel responded immediately and rushed the teen to a trauma center, stated the article.
Also, the suspected driver was detained after Good Samaritans and helped detain the suspect, reported the authorities.
It is unknown at this time if alcohol and or drugs were a factor in this incident.
Several lanes of traffic were blocked as authorities worked to clear the accident and a tow truck was required for the vehicles involved in the accident, as stated by authorities.
Currently, this crash remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the exact cause and liable party in the crash.
Further details will be reported at a later time once the investigation has concluded.
Our May Firm staff is deeply saddened upon hearing news of this accident, and will keep the victim as well as their family and loved ones in our thoughts and prayers during this tremendously difficult time.
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