4 Injured in Apple Valley Car Accident
The collision happened late at night on Bear Valley Road, east of Kiowa Road, and closed the roadway for about five hours.
Four people were injured in a car crash on Bear Valley Road in Apple Valley on November 5, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
How the Bear Valley Road Crash Unfolded
Deputies were called to the road, east of Kiowa Road, shortly before midnight. The sheriff's department said a gray Dodge Charger pulled out of a parking lot at 20920 Bear Valley Road as a silver Nissan Sentra traveled west in the number one lane. Investigators identified the driver of the Charger as Tina Marie Valdez, 33, of Apple Valley, and said the two cars collided. Authorities said all four people involved were hurt, with injuries ranging from minor to severe, and were taken to local hospitals. Authorities said those hurt included a 19-year-old woman and two passengers, an 18-year-old male and a 53-year-old male, who all live in Apple Valley.
What the Sheriff's Investigation Involves
The sheriff's department said Valdez left the scene without giving the required information or helping the injured. The sheriff's department said deputies later found Valdez and took her into custody on suspicion of felony hit-and-run causing injury. An investigator from the Major Accident Investigation Team is continuing the investigation. Bear Valley Road and Bear Valley Outer Highway South stayed shut from Kiowa Road to Multnomah Road for about five hours, while investigators worked the scene, gathered evidence and spoke with witnesses. Authorities asked anyone with details about the crash to call the Apple Valley Police Station or Sheriff's Dispatch.
In a hit-and-run, the first weeks are usually about finding the vehicle. Tips and home camera video from neighbors often matter most.
Candice Bond· Bond LegalFrom an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice. The contributor may not be licensed in your state.Sources
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Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Hospital bills. Most hospitals have a program that cuts bills for people with low income, and you can apply months after the first bill.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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