Reporting A Hit And Run Incident

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Could you please elaborate on the specific vehicle-related issue you're facing? Is it related to an accident, insurance, or something else?
Yesterday when walking and crossing the street, I was in the crosswalk, walking right to left. A guy in a black Ford Mustang was waiting to turn right. He was only looking toward his left. He was paying attention, and nudged me with his car. I had to put my hands on his head to prevent myself from falling backwards. I didn't roll down his window or get out to see if I was okay, and he turned right and drive off. I didn't report it to the police because I didn't get hurt. Do I need to report this to the police?
Did you manage to get the license plate number or any other identifying details of the vehicle or driver?

In general, it's advisable to report any accident involving a vehicle, even if no injuries were sustained.
Yes, I have his license plate
What is your location, ****? Depending on your state, there might be specific rules about reporting hit and run incidents.
It happened in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, hit-and-run incidents should be reported to the police.

- East Longmeadow Police Department: (*) *-*

Please contact them with the information you have.
So the guy basically did a hit and run?
Yes, leaving the scene without providing information or checking on the person hit is generally considered a hit and run.
Okay, I will file a report with the East Longmeadow Police Department
That's a good decision, ****. If you need any further legal assistance, feel free to reach out.
Okay thank you.
Did you manage to take any photos or gather any evidence from the scene of the incident?

In Massachusetts, evidence can be crucial in hit-and-run cases.
No I didn't get any photos but there was businesses on both sides if the street
Did any of the businesses have surveillance cameras that might have captured the incident? In Massachusetts, video evidence can be crucial in hit-and-run cases.
Not sure
It might be worth asking the businesses if they have any footage. This could be crucial evidence for your case.
I wasn't hurt so that's why I didn't make a police report
Even if you weren't hurt, it's important to report hit-and-run incidents. It helps police track down the offender and prevent future incidents.
The driver was suppose to check on me to see if I was okay? Because if so he didn't. He just waved and then drove away
The driver was suppose to check on me to see if I was okay?
Yes, in Massachusetts, drivers involved in accidents are legally required to stop and check on the other party's well-being.
If so, he didn't. He just waved at me through the window, and then drove away
Could you please clarify who you're referring to and what the situation is? It's important to understand the context to provide accurate legal information.
Okay thank you
You're welcome! If you have any other legal questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.