What to do if you witness an accident while driving

Tread carefully. In more tense situations, especially if someone was driving inappropriately or recklessly and caused the accident, the victim will benefit from you giving a statement to the police as a witness. Your presence might also help to defuse a possible argument between the drivers, or prevent someone from trying to leave the scene or take advantage of the other party. Just be mindful of your own safety, and try to stay calm.