Yes, you should report the incident for several important reasons:
Legal Obligation: Depending on your jurisdiction, there may be legal requirements to report any accident involving vehicular damage or if a crime was involved, like a police chase.
Insurance Claims: To file a claim with either your insurance company or the other party’s insurance (if they are apprehended), you will likely need an official police report detailing the incident.
Documented Evidence: A police report will serve as documented evidence in case of future legal proceedings or disputes. Detailed documentation is crucial for establishing liability and seeking compensation.
Potential for Further Damage: There might be underlying damage to your vehicle that isn’t immediately apparent. Reporting the incident ensures that there’s an official record if additional issues arise.
Public Safety: Reporting might help the police in their efforts to apprehend the suspect or provide insight into any existing patterns of criminal behavior.
To report the incident, contact the non-emergency number for your local police department or visit a police station to file a report. Provide them with all the details you can remember about the event, including the time, location, and any descriptions of the suspect’s vehicle.
