Walker Dies in Accident Involving Two Vehicles
A pedestrian fatality happened along Interstate 5 recently in North Sacramento after the individual on foot was struck by two vehicles. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) identified the pedestrian who died as a Sacramento woman, age 54. The police report stated that she was walking on the highway northbound in the two lanes on the right-hand side at the time of her death. This occurred around 11:25 p.m., a little way past Richards Boulevard.
Unknown Vehicle and Tractor-Trailer Cause Pedestrian Fatality
The pedestrian was struck by a vehicle, which continued on without stopping. The woman then fell onto the road, and a tractor-trailer struck her. She was declared dead after the arrival of first responders with the Sacramento Fire Department. The tractor-trailer driver, a Sacramento man, age 68, remained at the accident scene and was cooperating with the investigation being conducted by authorities.
Help Sought in Accident Investigation
The CHP in North Sacramento is asking that anyone who witnessed the pedestrian fatality accident or has other information to call (916) 798-0975. The driver of the hit-and-run vehicle may face felony charges after leaving the scene of the fatal accident.
Hit-and-Run Accidents in Sacramento
Hit-and-run accidents in Sacramento are becoming more common than ever. This behavior emanates from a variety of reasons. However, there is no excuse for leaving the scene of an accident under the law except for emergency transportation of an injured person to the hospital or if the driver cannot safely stop at the accident scene. However, they are expected to stop as soon as possible. Penalties for a hit-and-run accident resulting in injuries or fatalities are severe and can be charged as a felony.
Some of the Reasons Hit-and-Run Accidents Happen
Following are some of the reasons hit-and-run accidents occur:
- The driver is inebriated and doesn’t want to be caught.
- The driver lacks a license to operate a vehicle or registration.
- The driver has drug paraphernalia or drugs in the vehicle.
- The driver panics and runs away from the crash.
- The vehicle is stolen, and the driver doesn’t want to be apprehended.
Losing a Loved One in a Hit-and-Run Crash
There is nothing worse than finding out that a loved one has died suddenly. The family’s sense of equilibrium is torn apart, and they are caught in a web of anger, grief, and other emotions. Often, family members seek help from close friends, clergy, or medical professionals. There are things you can do to help with their pain and show your support.
- Bring a precooked meal or carry out food to the family home.
- Offer to do chores around the house such as walk the dog, pick up children from school or mow the lawn.
- Let the family know you are available to pick up groceries or prescriptions from the pharmacy.
- Tell family members that you can accompany them to make end-of-life arrangements.
- Continue to stay in touch after the funeral and burial services are over.
Investigating a Pedestrian Fatality in a Wrongful Death Claim
Like any other personal injury, wrongful death claims require supporting evidence to prove that the at-fault driver was negligent. Our office secures this evidence by sending our investigative team to the scene of the accident. Once they arrive, they interview witnesses who saw the accident happen and obtain video footage of the pedestrian fatality from surveillance cameras and other sources.
Our investigators also use accident reconstruction to determine liability as well as review police reports for inaccuracies. Once all this data is amassed, our investigative team hands it over to our injury attorneys, who use it in forming a strong wrongful death claim.
Sacramento Wrongful Death Lawyer
I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento wrongful death lawyer. I’ve been helping families since 1982 cope with wrongful deaths by obtaining the justice they need to bring closure. Just call me at (916) 921-6400 or (800) 404-5400 for free, friendly advice. You can also reach out to me online if it’s more convenient.
Aside from wrongful deaths, my office has helped Sacramentans in all types of car accidents, pedestrian injuries, and other kinds of traumas.
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