Scottsdale, AZ – Five Injured in Golf Cart Accident Near Chaparral Rd
Scottsdale, AZ (June 14, 2020) – A man is in custody after his car hit a group of five people who were traveling on a golf cart on Sunday morning.
Per officers from the Scottsdale Police Department, the wreck occurred around 2:30 a.m. Both Scottsdale and Phoenix Fire responded to the crash, which occurred near Miller Road. Officers say the accident occurred when 22-year-old Robert A Gandara was driving north and ran into the back end of a golf cart carrying five people near Chaparral Road.
It’s unclear who was on the golf cart, but four of the people on the golf cart were transported to a local trauma center via ambulance in serious condition. The fifth person who was on the golf cart sustained minor injuries and is expected to recover.
Police officials say Gandara was arrested and is facing multiple aggravated assault charges, though the accident remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our thoughts to the victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Injurious Vehicle Accidents in Arizona
According to officials from the Arizona Department of Transportation, there were nearly 150 persons injured each day as a result of injurious accidents in 2018. And on average, one person was killed every eight hours statewide.
When these accidents occur, victims and their families are left to pick up the pieces. They may have to deal with insurance companies, emotional trauma, and financial issues. Oftentimes, families may have to cope with the aftermath while grieving their loved ones when injurious crashes turn fatal. However, those affected can seek help from a personal injury lawyer and learn more about protecting their legal rights or seeking compensation after a crash.
ELG’s auto accident attorneys have years of experience fighting for victims and their families after they’ve suffered from a crash caused by the negligent actions of other drivers. Contact our accident attorneys today at (623) 877-3600 to schedule your free, no-hassle consultation.
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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.
