A driver might flee the scene after an accident for various reasons. Oftentimes, it’s to avoid punishment, accountability, or reality. Common reasons a driver might commit a hit-and-run include:
They panic in the heat of the moment
They’re intoxicated and fear a DUI charge
They worry about the financial consequences of a crash
They don’t want to be caught driving with a suspended license
They’re uninsured or underinsured
They have a warrant out for their arrest
They have drugs or drug paraphernalia in their vehicle