If Possible, Stabilize The Vehicle
In the case of a minor accident, tell the motorist to park the impacted car and turn the ignition off. Turning off the ignition eliminates fire risk since the impact may have resulted in a fuel, coolant, or oil leak. Ask for help and if it’s safe, shift the impacted vehicle out of harm’s way to make way for other transports to pass and make way for emergency vehicles to reach the area of the accident. If it is impossible to do so, you can make a barricade of traffic cones or flares to warn passers-by of the danger.
Make A Statement
You can help by providing comfort to someone who is hurt until the proper authorities arrive and give a true and accurate account of the events when the police come. Intense situations, if someone is reckless and rash while driving, and someone who was at fault in causing the accident might benefit the victim if you stay to provide a statement to the police as an observer. There might be a situation wherein your presence is needed to diffuse a tense situation between the involved parties or stop someone from leaving the accident scene. You must be sure to ensure your safety during the whole situation. Provide the relevant facts and information when the police arrive at the location. Be honest and clear about the information you provide. Since a car accident is upsetting for both the sufferer and the spectator, reporting only what you have seen is best.
Conclusion
Do not be hesitant when the cops call you for general questioning. Be honest and confident with your answers. Ensure everyone is safe at the scene of the accident and stay out of the way of danger and approaching authorities. Accidents can be very scary, but knowing what to do can ease some of the stress.
