People as young as 16-years-old are already allowed by the law to operate a vehicle. However, at their age, they are sometimes ignorant of what their negligent driving actions can do to others.
In Otay Mesa, a juvenile driving a SUV struck a 17-year-old boy, causing the victim to be trapped inside the vehicle. Police said the juvenile ran a red light and escaped after the accident.
The collision occurred at the intersection of Picador Boulevard and Beyer Way. Emergency crews needed to cut the victim out of the vehicle after the accident.
According to authorities, he suffered from a collapsed lung aside from other injuries. He was brought to a hospital by a helicopter.
After the accident, a witness followed the SUV and called the authorities. Two juveniles in the vehicle were detained.
The state should impose stricter rules concerning teen drivers so that the number of hit and run accidents involving them will be reduced. Parents are also responsible in teaching their children proper driving techniques and behavior.
In Otay Mesa, a juvenile driving a SUV struck a 17-year-old boy, causing the victim to be trapped inside the vehicle. Police said the juvenile ran a red light and escaped after the accident.
The collision occurred at the intersection of Picador Boulevard and Beyer Way. Emergency crews needed to cut the victim out of the vehicle after the accident.
According to authorities, he suffered from a collapsed lung aside from other injuries. He was brought to a hospital by a helicopter.
After the accident, a witness followed the SUV and called the authorities. Two juveniles in the vehicle were detained.
The state should impose stricter rules concerning teen drivers so that the number of hit and run accidents involving them will be reduced. Parents are also responsible in teaching their children proper driving techniques and behavior.
