Driver struck stroller and dragged it down the block before fleeing at 27th Street
December 01, 2025 | San Bernardino, CA
A toddler and an infant suffered critical injuries after a gray vehicle struck their stroller in a hit-and-run incident in San Bernardino.
Chester Lamont Green, 27, was arrested after his vehicle struck a stroller carrying two children at Arrowhead Avenue and 27th Street in San Bernardino.
What Happened in the Crash?
Police reports indicate that the children were walking with their mother, Karina Barrientos, when the incident occurred. The driver, 27-year-old Chester Lamont Green, allegedly hit the stroller while crossing Arrowhead Avenue at 27th Street, dragging it along the road before fleeing.
Authorities apprehended Green the following morning. He faces charges of felony hit-and-run and reckless driving. The young victims remain hospitalized with severe injuries.
- Date: Dec. 1, 2025
- Location: Arrowhead Avenue at 27th Street, San Bernardino, CA
- Vehicle: Gray-colored sedan
- Suspect: Chester Lamont Green, 27
- Victims: Toddler and infant in a stroller, and mother Karina Barrientos unharmed
- Outcome: Driver arrested, and children critically injured
Why Do Hit-and-Run Accidents Happen?
Hit-and-run incidents often stem from drivers' immediate reactions to collisions. Common factors include panic over potential legal repercussions, intoxication, unlicensed driving, outstanding warrants, distractions, or operating stolen vehicles.
Fleeing the scene is illegal regardless of the circumstances. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) underscores the scale of these events.
Year Range |
Total Hit-and-Run Incidents |
Fatalities Involved |
|---|
2018-2022 |
Over 4 million |
More than 12,000 |
(Source: NHTSA)
These statistics highlight the urgent need for thorough investigations to hold responsible parties accountable.
Legal Insights
In cases such as this involving hit-and-run crashes, an independent probe is essential to safeguard victims' interests.
“Having the proper resources is crucial to investigating a hit-and-run accident case and proving negligence,” said Candice Bond, managing partner of Bond Legal and a national analyst with Newsline. “Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all potential contributing factors that are considered and must be thoroughly examined. 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.”
- Prioritize evidence collection, including witness statements and surveillance footage.
- Evaluate environmental elements like weather and traffic signals.
- Pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and emotional distress.
Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal, emphasized the broader consequences of such injuries.
“Although no amount of money can make up for a devastating injury, it is important that a victim is made aware of their rights and what they are entitled to by law,” Formica added. “The injured victim in this collision may be entitled to an injury claim, and they may seek recovery for damages including medical expenses, future medical care, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma.”
Victims or families may explore personal injury claims to address the profound disruptions caused by serious accidents.
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