Sacramento Pedestrian Fatality Reported After Hit-and-Run Crash

Sacramento Pedestrian Fatality Occurs on North B Street

A Sacramento pedestrian fatality occurred on the evening of February 19 after a woman was struck by a car near North B Street and Dos Rios Street. The Sacramento Police Department reported that the collision was called in just before 8:00 p.m. Officers arriving at the scene found the woman lying in the roadway, where she was pronounced dead. 

Authorities Seeking Fleeing Driver in Sacramento Pedestrian Fatality

While initial reports mistakenly identified her as a cyclist, police later confirmed she was a pedestrian. Authorities are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. However, an officer patrolling downtown observed a vehicle matching the description of the suspected car involved in the hit-and-run. The vehicle was stopped near 5th and I Streets, and the investigation into the incident remains ongoing.

Tracking Down the Driver in a Sacramento Pedestrian Fatality Accident

Law enforcement and legal teams employ various tactics to track down hit-and-run drivers. They start by collecting evidence from the accident scene, including physical debris, witness accounts, and surveillance footage. Advanced vehicle forensics can extract data from collision events, potentially identifying the make and model of the suspect’s car. Investigators may also utilize databases, criminal records, and vehicle registrations to narrow down potential suspects.

Filing a Claim for Wrongful Death Against the Negligent Driver

If the driver is successfully identified, the family can file a wrongful death lawsuit against them. This claim seeks to prove that the driver’s negligence caused the pedestrian’s death and that the family suffered financial losses as a result. The lawsuit must be filed within two years of the victim’s death, and only immediate family members or a designated personal representative can bring the claim.

How the Family Can Recover Compensation if the Driver Is Not Located

However, if the hit-and-run driver remains unidentified, families still have options for compensation through their auto insurance policies. Uninsured motorist coverage can provide compensation for wrongful death damages when the at-fault driver is not found or lacks insurance. Some policies also offer underinsured motorist coverage, which can help if the identified driver’s insurance is insufficient to cover the damages.

To file a wrongful death claim after a Sacramento pedestrian fatality, the family’s lawyer gathers evidence, including police reports, medical records, and financial documentation of their losses. The family may seek damages for funeral expenses, loss of future income, and loss of companionship, love and affection. While no amount of money can truly compensate for the loss of a loved one, pursuing a wrongful death claim can help ease the financial burden and hold negligent parties accountable, whether the driver is found or not

The following video by accident attorney Ed Smith explores wrongful death lawsuits:

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