Tony Unk was badly injured when he was struck by an unknown driver on Sunday, February 2 in Spokane, Washington. Law enforcement said that at approximately 9:17 p.m. local time, Tony Unk was hit by an unidentified vehicle as he was trying to cross the intersection at East Mission Avenue and North Lidgerwood Street in Spokane.
The driver brazenly fled the scene, according to reports from local law enforcement officials.
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Medics promptly arrived at the scene of the incident and transported the victim to a local medical center where he is being given care for severe injuries.
HIT-AND-RUN ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
Spokane law enforcement officials are looking into the details of the accident and attempting to identify the hit and run motorist who hit Mr. Unk and escaped the scene. He will more than likely face charges if and when he is caught.
This terrible hit-and-run crash all but highlights the hazards that pedestrians are faced with each day in the US. About 6,227 pedestrians died due to traffic incidents in the US in 2018, up 250 from the previous year, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association.
Tacoma Police will also look closely into many other possible factors in the incident during their investigation.
WASHINGTON PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS
Awaiting an official investigation, Tony Unk and his loved ones could be entitled to a personal injury claim. Family members of personal injury or wrongful death victims might pursue damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress after a horrible or tragic incident such as this terrible accident.
Torklaw’s legal analysts are experienced in wrongful death and personal injury accidents. We have the resources needed to handle cases just like this one. Should you or a loved one need help, we are available and would love to talk.