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Newport Beach, California – Authorities are searching for the driver who struck a woman in Newport Beach late Monday night, leaving her in critical condition.
The collision occurred around 10:25 p.m. at the busy intersection of MacArthur Boulevard and East Coast Highway, according to Sgt. Steve Oberon of the Newport Beach Police Department. Responding officers found the woman severely injured, and she was rushed to a nearby hospital, where she remains listed in critical condition.
Police said the driver fled the scene, and no immediate description of the suspect vehicle was available. Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or who may have information about the vehicle to come forward.
“This was a serious incident, and we are urging anyone who may have seen something to call our investigators,” Oberon said.
Witnesses or community members with information are encouraged to contact Newport Beach police investigators at 949-644-3747.
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Yes, compensation may be available when a pedestrian is critically or seriously injured in a hit-and-run accident. California law allows victims and their families to pursue damages even if the driver flees the scene. These claims often involve uninsured motorist coverage, personal injury lawsuits, or claims against responsible third parties.
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