Dispatchers reported that a person could be heard screaming on multiple 911 calls that came in after a driver is said to have intentionally struck a person with their car. The accident took place in Haddon Township in the area of Atlantic Avenue and Chestnut Streets.
According to initial reports, officers arrived on the scene at about 12:45 am. They found a person with injuries sustained from being struck by a car.
Police reported that the driver was charged with attempted murder, leading the scene of a motor vehicle crash resulting in serious bodily injury, and assault by auto resulting in serious bodily injury.
An investigation revealed that a person was trying to stop a car burglary from occurring when the driver hit them. The accident resulted in both of the person’s legs being broken. With information from witnesses and other data, police determined the driver meant to crash into the pedestrian. The case is still being investigated.
If you or a loved one is injured in a crash, call a Haddon Township pedestrian accident attorney at Kwartler Manus to discuss your case.
When Criminal Charges Apply, Legal Action Is Still Necessary
If you are a victim of a car accident in which the police charge a person with a crime, there is still work to do from a civil standpoint. Our car accident lawyer in Haddon Township works with victims to seek fair compensation for their losses after such accidents.
While criminal charges are important, victims often face serious losses recoverable through a civil claim. Call Kwartler Manus now to learn more about your rights in a car accident like this at a free consultation.
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