LOS ANGELES COUNTY -- A male pedestrian in his 70s was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver in South Los Angeles, CBS Los Angeles reports. The accident occurred at the intersection of 113th and Figueroa streets at about 4:45 a.m. Sunday. According to the Los Angeles Police, the car was abandoned where the accident took place, and the suspects - identified as a male and a female - fled the scene.
Following this devastating collision, the pedestrian was pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital. No other information regarding the specificity of the collision and the pedestrian's identity was released.
Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in South Los Angeles
Based on the limited information provided by CBS Los Angeles, it was not determined who may be at fault for the collision. But, regardless of who is held responsible for this incident, there is no excuse for fleeing the scene before the proper authorities arrive. According to California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a): "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident."
Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability
Losing a loved on in accidents such as this one, can be devastating and traumatic for family members. Therefore, while the investigation of the accident remains under investigation by authorities, the victim's family would be well-advised to speak to a Los Angeles pedestrian accident lawyer. A knowledgeable and experienced attorney who has handled wrongful death claims, can advise the family of their legal rights, help the police in efforts to locate the driver, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral/burial costs, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.
Sources: CBS Los Angeles
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