Leaving the scene vs. hit-and-run Leaving the scene of an accident is also known as a hit-and-run. A hit-and-run occurs when a driver is involved in an accident and leaves the scene without stopping to exchange information or report the accident to the authorities. This is different from simply leaving the scene of an accident, which may not necessarily involve another vehicle or person.\ Hit-and-run is a serious crime and is generally punished more severely than simply leaving the scene […]