Hit and Run
Pedestrian killed in Hollywood hit-and-run crash
HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES (KABC) — The search is on for two suspects in a deadly hit-and-run accident in Hollywood. The suspects abandoned their car at the scene.
Authorities say the victim was hit while standing at a bus stop at Western Avenue and Romaine Street around 5:10 a.m. The mangled car, a 2010 Chrysler Sebring, was left at the scene.
Police say two male suspects fled on foot. A description of the suspects was not immediately available.
“I’m surprised. Why would they do something like that. It was an accident. They should’ve stayed here,” said Hovands Petrososyan, a bus rider.
According to investigators, the vehicle was heading northbound on Western Avenue approaching Romaine Street when it lost control, veering into oncoming traffic and slamming into a tree. Police say the two men never stopped to check on the victim.
LAPD Cmdr. Andrew Smith said the suspects ran past the victim into a blue car that was waiting on Romaine Street.
The victim has been identified as 63-year-old Amos Romasoc of Los Angeles.
Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability
Following a major pedestrian accident, the victim or family members of the victim would be well-advised to contact a skilled wrongful death attorney such as Gary A. Kessler. An attorney who has the experience in hit-and-run accidents, can protect the victim’s legal rights and help police in efforts locate the driver.
In the event the driver cannot be located, The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler can help recover compensation for the victim through his insurance, if he has one. Compensation in a civil claim can include medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, or other related damages.
Seeking immediate counsel from an experienced Los Angeles automobile accident attorney is well-advised following a car crash. In severe accidents such as this one the victims family would benefit from speaking to an experienced personal injury lawyer regarding the protection of their legal rights and the compensation they are entitled to.
Attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with the loss of a loved one. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its personal injury cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your wrongful death case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all wrongful death and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties who caused you or your family member catastrophic injuries!
If you or a family member sustained catastrophic injuries you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler, an experienced law firm, immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence. The laws and time limitations can be complex so protect your legal rights by contacting the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today.
Riverside man struck, killed by vehicle
A 61-year-old Riverside man died Thursday night after being struck by a vehicle as he crossed Market Street in Jurupa Valley’s Belltown neighborhood.
Abraham Tosado was pronounced dead at the scene about 10 minutes after the collision, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department and the coroner’s office said in separate news releases.
Tosado was crossing Market from east to west just south of 24th Street when he was hit by a northbound vehicle at 8:37 p.m., the Sheriff’s Department said. Tosado was pronounced dead at 8:47 p.m. The driver of the vehicle was not identified.
Cause of the Jurupa Valley Crash
While this devastating Riverside County accident remains under investigation, the family members of those accident victims who were seriously injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable Riverside County wrongful death lawyer. An attorney such as Gary A. Kessler who has successfully handled serious injury accidents can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights to hold the driver accountable and best course of action should they wish to pursue a wrongful death claim.
California Pedestrian Law
“Under California Vehicle Code Section 21950 (a) The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, except as otherwise provided in this chapter.
(b) This section does not relieve a pedestrian from the duty of using due care for his or her safety. No pedestrian may suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle that is so close as to constitute an immediate hazard. No pedestrian may unnecessarily stop or delay traffic while in a marked or unmarked crosswalk.
(c) The driver of a vehicle approaching a pedestrian within any marked or unmarked crosswalk shall exercise all due care and shall reduce the speed of the vehicle or take any other action relating to the operation of the vehicle as necessary to safeguard the safety of the pedestrian.
(d) Subdivision (b) does not relieve a driver of a vehicle from the duty of exercising due care for the safety of any pedestrian within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection.”
Pedestrian Accident Statistics
Source: California Highway Patrol Statewide Integrated Traffic Report
Pedestrians need to be especially cautious on our roadways because they are more vulnerable to injury or death. There were two pedestrians killed and two injured in car accidents in Twentynine Palms in 2009, according to the California Highway Patrol Statewide Integrated Traffic Report. In San Bernardino County 39 pedestrians died and 440 were injured in 2009.
In California, there were 598 pedestrians killed and 12,418 injured in 2009, according to the CHP traffic report.
National data compiled by the National Highway Transportation and Safety Authority shows that pedestrian injuries and fatalities in the United States were up 4.9% in 2010 to 4,280 deaths and injuries were up 19% in 2010 to 70,000 people injured.
Hit-run driver kills Norco cyclist
A hit-and-run driver killed a 25-year-old Norco man who was bicycling in Rancho Cucamonga, say San Bernardino County coroner’s officials.
Michael Ray Vega, a 25 year old resident of Norco,, was riding his bicycle westbound on Foothill Blvd, just east of Ramona Ave., in Rancho Cucamonga when he was struck by a white crew cab or utility truck driven by a White male. The driver of the truck failed to stop and fled northbound on Ramona Ave. American Medical Response transported Vega to San Antonio Community Hospital where he died from his injuries at 7:20 PM. The Rancho Cucamonga Police Department is investigating this traffic fatality.
Cause of the Rancho Cucamonga Crash
While this devastating San Bernardino County accident on August 28 remains under investigation, the family members of those accident victims who were seriously injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable San Bernardino County wrongful death lawyer. An attorney such as Gary A. Kessler who has successfully handled serious injury accidents can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights to hold the driver accountable and best course of action should they wish to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Bicycle Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
Unfortunately, the reality of most pedestrian and bicycle accident victims usually sustain serious/catastrophic injuries which many times results in death. Over the past twenty years attorney Gary A Kessler has a proven successful track record demanding accountability from the responsible parties and obtaining outstanding results for his clients.
Demand accountability from those responsible for the pedestrian/bicycle accidents. Many times the insurance companies will play “hardball” if you try to settle the case yourself or you have employed a lawyer who does not have the litigation experience to handle such a complex case. We at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler have twenty years of litigation experience and know how to handle the insurance companies to your advantage. We are prepared to front all costs required for the necessary investigation and expert witnesses needed to prepare your case for trial.
The laws regarding pedestrian and bicycle accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian and bicycle accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian and bicycle accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian/bicycle accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian/bicycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all pedestrian and bicycle accidents and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties!
Female Cyclist Killed In Hit-And-Run Accident On PCH In Santa Monica
SANTA MONICA (CBS) — Authorities are searching for a driver responsible for a hit-and-run accident that killed a female cyclist in Santa Monica.
The accident happened just after 11 p.m. Tuesday in the 200 block of Pacific Coast Highway near Entrada Drive, Santa Monica police said.
The cyclist was traveling southbound on PCH and straddling the No. 3 lane when she was hit from behind, according to officials.
“The victim was actually riding on the right side of the roadway and for unknown reasons actually swerved into the middle of the three lane and that’s when she was struck,” Sgt. Richard Lewis of the Santa Monica Police Department said.
Police say the impact threw the woman some distance requiring police officers to search for her body.
The victim, a 30-year-old Venice resident identified Wednesday evening as Erin Galligan, was declared dead at the scene.
Both directions of PCH were shut down for several hours as detectives searched the scene for evidence.
Police say the suspect was driving a white pick-up truck or SUV that now has extensive front damage, however no further information was available.
Cause of the Santa Monica Crash
While this devastating Los Angeles County accident on July 11 remains under investigation, the family members of those accident victims who were seriously injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable Los Angeles County wrongful death lawyer. An attorney such as Gary A. Kessler who has successfully handled serious injury accidents can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights to hold the driver accountable and best course of action should they wish to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Bicycle Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
Unfortunately, the reality of most pedestrian and bicycle accident victims usually sustain serious/catastrophic injuries which many times results in death. Over the past twenty years attorney Gary A Kessler has a proven successful track record demanding accountability from the responsible parties and obtaining outstanding results for his clients.
Demand accountability from those responsible for the pedestrian/bicycle accidents. Many times the insurance companies will play “hardball” if you try to settle the case yourself or you have employed a lawyer who does not have the litigation experience to handle such a complex case. We at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler have twenty years of litigation experience and know how to handle the insurance companies to your advantage. We are prepared to front all costs required for the necessary investigation and expert witnesses needed to prepare your case for trial.
The laws regarding pedestrian and bicycle accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian and bicycle accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian and bicycle accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian/bicycle accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian/bicycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all pedestrian and bicycle accidents and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties!
13-year-old boy and his dog are hit and killed
A Bakersfield family is distraught over the loss of a 13-year-old boy and his dog. The California Highway Patrol says both were hit and killed by a drunk driver Sunday night.
The family of Israel Chavez Medina says the boy was being pulled by his German Shepard, Bella, on his scooter around 9:40 p.m. CHP officers say Medina was headed westbound in the eastbound lanes of Virgina Avenue. They say that’s when 25-year-old Dennis Ozaeta hit the boy and his dog and kept going. The dog died at the scene, and Medina died a short time later at Kern Medical Center.
Medina’s uncle, Gabriel Lucio, drove from Oxnard to be with family when he got the news. “You know, we never thought it would be one of us,” said Lucio. “It just has to stop. Its just too many people grabbing a cold drink and getting behind the wheel and it destroyed our family. It’s just a shame that someone cut his life short.”
Officers found Ozaeta at his home after the crash. He was placed under arrest for DUI and hit and run. The collision report shows he had his two children, ages 4 and 3, in the backseat of his car at the time of the crash.
The CHP says everything is still under investigation so there is a chance more charges could be coming.
On Monday, Medina’s family and friends returned to the intersection of Larry Street and Virginia Avenue in east Bakersfield where the crash happened for a tearful vigil.
Cause of the Bakersfield Crash
If news accounts of this incident are accurate, the 25 year old driver is likely responsible for the incident. While this devastating Kern County accident remains under investigation, the family members of those accident victims who were seriously injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable Kern County wrongful death lawyer. An attorney such as Gary A. Kessler who has successfully handled serious injury accidents can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights to hold the driver accountable and best course of action should they wish to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Alcohol impaired driving accidents and wrongful death liability
The Los Angeles wrongful death attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme grief and sorrow associated with the loss of a loved one. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your wrongful death case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all wrongful death and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm.
Girl Killed, Mom and Sister Critical in Santa Ana Hit-and-Run
SANTA ANA, Calif. (KTLA) — A woman and her daughter are still listed in critical condition after they were hit by a suspected drunk driver in Santa Ana on Saturday.
The accident happened about 11 a.m. near the intersection of 17th and Spurgeon streets.
The driver, Jessica Louise Cowan, 33, of Frazier Park, hit three pedestrians — a 45-year-old Eloisa Madrigal, her 5-year-old daughter Osmara Meza and her 6-year-old daughter Grecia Meza — before speeding away from the scene, police said.
A witness told investigators that Cowan ran a red light.
A preliminary field sobriety test showed she was under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Medical marijuana was also discovered in Cowan’s vehicle.
She faces charges of drunk driving, hit-and-run and vehicular manslaughter.
Cause of the Santa Ana Crash
If news accounts of this incident are accurate, the 33 year old driver is likely responsible for the incident. While this devastating Orange County accident remains under investigation, the family members of those accident victims who were seriously injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable Orange County wrongful death lawyer. An attorney such as Gary A. Kessler who has successfully handled serious injury accidents can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights to hold the driver accountable and best course of action should they wish to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Alcohol impaired driving accidents and wrongful death liability
The Los Angeles wrongful death attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme grief and sorrow associated with the loss of a loved one. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your wrongful death case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all wrongful death and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm.
Bicyclist Killed on Pacific Coast Highway by Hit and Run Driver
A bicyclist riding along the coast in Huntington Beach was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver, and police arrested a suspect who a short time later crashed his car in Seal Beach.
The male cyclist, 63-year-old Roger Michael Lippman of Huntington Beach, was hit from behind as he rode north along Pacific Coast Highway next to Bolsa Chica Wetlands in an area known as “The Flats”.
Lippman’s mangled blue road bicycle could be seen in aerial video next to his body, which was covered in a yellow sheet on the side of the scenic roadway.
Lippman was struck at 11:40 a.m. on a stretch between Seapoint Street and Warner Avenue, south of the entrance to Bolsa Chica State Beach. Both the cyclist and vehicle were headed northbound, police said.
Authorities immediately notified nearby law enforcement agencies they were searching for a gray Hyundai hatchback, after witnesses said they saw such a car flee the scene with windshield damage.
Shortly after the hit-and-run in Huntington Beach, a car matching that description veered off the road and collided with a fence surrounding the Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station, on Westminster Boulevard at Kitts Highway. That crash occurred just a few miles to the north of the initial fatal crash.
The driver, who had a bloodied face, was taken in handcuffs to a Huntington Beach patrol car, as shown at right below. He was identified as Joel Alexander Murphy, 27, of Mission Viejo. 
Murphy was later arrested and is being held at the Huntington Beach jail on suspicion of felony hit and run, felony driving under the influence, felony vehicular manslaughter and for violating his probation, according to a press release from the police department.
The car, which was still being examined by investigators at 5 p.m., is registered to a 59-year-old Anaheim woman. It’s not clear yet what her relationship to Murphy is.
Police cautioned that the investigation was still evolving.
Cause of the Huntington Beach Crash
If news accounts of this incident are accurate, the 27 year old driver is likely responsible for the incident. While this devastating Orange County accident on June 22 remains under investigation, the family members of those accident victims who were seriously injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable Orange County wrongful death lawyer. An attorney such as Gary A. Kessler who has successfully handled serious injury accidents can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights to hold the driver accountable and best course of action should they wish to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Alcohol impaired driving accidents and wrongful death liability
The Los Angeles wrongful death attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme grief and sorrow associated with the loss of a loved one. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your wrongful death case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all wrongful death and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm.
Riverdale man killed in hit-and-run
A Riverdale man was killed in a hit-and-run incident northwest of Lemoore on Saturday morning, the California Department of Transportation said.
CalTrans said the 69-year-old male victim was walking eastbound on the right shoulder of Mt. Whitney Avenue east of Garfield Avenue around 7 a.m. when a Cadillac drifted to the right, striking and killing him. The suspect left the scene.
The victim died from internal injuries.
The suspect was found around 1 p.m. Saturday, a CalTrans spokesman said, but no further details were offered. The investigation remains open.
If news accounts of this incident are accurate, the Cadillac driver is likely responsible for the incident. While this devastating Fresno County accident remains under investigation, the family members of those accident victims who were seriously injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable Fresno County wrongful death lawyer. An attorney such as Gary A. Kessler who has successfully handled serious injury accidents can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights to hold the driver accountable and best course of action should they wish to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Pedestrian Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
The laws regarding pedestrian accident cases are complex and include many facets of the law. It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer such as Gary A Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The California pedestrian accident attorney Gary A Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a pedestrian accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and pedestrian/bicycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
The Law Offices of Gary A Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for trial of your case. As in all pedestrian accidents and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today so that we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties!
Woman killed on motor scooter ID’d
GARDEN GROVE – A woman who was killed in a suspected hit-and-run crash Thursday night has been identified by coroner officials as a 32-year-old resident of Garden Grove.
Authorities said Kimberly Krause was found injured on a sidewalk and taken to a nearby hospital. She was pronounced dead a short time later, according to a statement released by the Garden Grove Police Department.
The crash occurred at 8:48 p.m. when 43-year-old Steven Newcomer of Santa Ana was driving west on Chapman Avenue, according to the statement. At that time, Krause is believed to have been riding east on a motor scooter.
Investigators are still looking into how the crash occurred, but believe Newcomer attempted to turn left on Pioneer Drive when the SUV and motor scooter crashed.
Police said they believe Newcomer drove away from the intersection, but he was found a short time later.
Newcomer was arrested on suspicion of felony hit and run, felony DUI and vehicular manslaughter. He was booked into county jail.
Cause of the Garden Grove Crash
Investigators are still looking into how the crash occurred, but believe Steven Newcomer, 43 of Santa Ana, attempted to turn left on Pioneer Drive when the SUV and motor scooter crashed.
Motorcycle Accidents and Wrongful Death Liability
The laws regarding motorcycle accidents are complex and include many facets of the law.It is vital to surviving family members to seek the advice of an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer such as Gary A. Kessler at the Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler to protect your rights and those of your loved ones.
The motorcycle accident attorney Gary A. Kessler and the Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler are compassionate and fully understand that you are attempting to cope with extreme serious injuries associated with a motorcycle accident. Such accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler carefully selects its wrongful death and motorcycle accident cases so that we may give you (the client) the substantial personal attention necessary to obtain a successful result for your case.
The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler is prepared to front all costs required for a thorough investigation and top expert witnesses to prepare for the trial of your case. As in all motorcycle accident and serious personal injury cases, we advance all legal costs to prepare and present our client’s claim, and receive for our services only a percentage of what we recover for our attorney fees on their behalf. Upon settlement our costs shall be reimbursed to us from the gross recovery. If there is no recovery, no attorneys fees or costs are owed to our firm. Contact the Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler today so we can preserve the evidence and demand compensation and accountability from the responsible parties.
If you have been seriously injured or a family member has sustained fatal injuries from a motorcycle accident you need to contact the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler or another experienced law firm immediately to protect your legal rights and preserve the evidence. The laws and time limitations can be complex so protect your legal rights by contacting the Law Offices of Gary A Kessler today.
Toddler Killed, Mother Critical in Anaheim Hit-and-Run
ANAHEIM, Calif. (KTLA) — Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver following a horrific accident in Anaheim that killed a toddler and left her mother critically injured.
It happened Wednesday night in the 9500 block of Guinida Street, near Gilbert Street.
A mother pushing her 3-year-old daughter in a stroller was hit in a crosswalk by an out-of-control car.
The child was killed, and the mother remains hospitalized in critical condition.
“We only saw the mother,” witness Gloria Gonzalez told KTLA. “Not realizing, my husband turned around and said, ‘Oh my God, there’s a child!'”
“The child was thrown on the opposite side of the mother,” Gonzalez said.
The impact sent the mother about 40 feet to the middle of the street. The child and pieces of the stroller were sent another 30 feet to the curb.
“The little girl was just face down, and blood started forming by her head,” witness Jesse Gonzalez said.
“I went down… she was still warm… I went to feel for a pulse, and I didn’t feel anything,” Gloria Gonzalez said.
Police say the vehicle involved in the crash, a Nissan Maxima, was stolen from Stanton.
CHP officers found the car about a mile away from where the accident happened, with its windshield shattered and bumper broken.
Residents say the intersection at Guinida and Gilbert has a history of speeding cars, near-misses and unanswered complaints.
“It’s very unsafe to cross here,” one woman told KTLA. “People just keep flying by and nobody stops.”
Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability
Following a major pedestrian accident, the victim or family members of the victim would be well-advised to contact a skilled wrongful death attorney such as Gary A. Kessler. An attorney who has the experience in hit-and-run accidents, can protect the victim’s legal rights and help police in efforts locate the driver.
In the event the driver cannot be located, The Law Offices of Gary A. Kessler can help recover compensation for the victim through his insurance, if he has one. Compensation in a civil claim can include medical care expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, or other related damages.
