DARDANELLE, Ark.— Police arrested a Russellville man in connection with a hit-and-run accident that injured a student on April 9.
Authorities said the crash occurred near the intersection of Highway 7 and Lower Danville Road in front of the high school. A 2020 Toyota RAV4 hit the middle school student at a crosswalk before fleeing from the scene.
Police identified the driver as Marc Livingston, a 26-year-old man from Russellville. Officers located the RAV4 at Livingston’s residence. They towed the vehicle after the suspect failed to respond to attempts to contact.
Livingston turned himself in to authorities on April 10 and was taken into custody. Police charged him with leaving the scene of an accident with injury, failure to yield at a crosswalk, and driving on a suspended license.
The Dardanelle Police Department is investigating.
Marc Livingston arrested after Dardanelle hit-and-run accident
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HIT-AND-RUN INVESTIGATION NEEDED
In most cases involving hit-and-runs, the at-fault drivers feel that they can avoid the consequences of their actions if they leave the scene. However, a suspect will be charged when apprehended.
Candice Bond, an experienced hit-and-run accident attorney, said in such cases is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted by a seasoned attorney promptly to protect the rights of a victim.
“Having the proper resources is extremely important to investigate a hit-and-run accident case and prove negligence,” said Bond, a Managing Partner of Bond Legal. “Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all possible contributing factors that must be fully considered. These procedures are necessary for helping someone who has lost a loved one at the hands of a hit-and-run driver receive the justice and monetary compensation that they deserve.”
PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM
The victim may have the right to pursue a personal injury claim, pending the investigation.
Bond added, “Injured victims involved in a collision often seek a personal injury claim to cover the cost of medical bills, future medical care, loss of income, emotional trauma, and pain and suffering.
“Insurance companies can be notoriously unconcerned with the mounting costs that an injured party may accrue. That’s where an attorney can help. We protect the victims of these tragedies daily, forcing the insurance companies to pay for their mistakes,” she said.
If you, a friend, or a family member have been injured at the hands of a hit-and-run or drunken driver, contact our national legal analyst Candice Bond for a free consultation for guidance
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