A 62-year-old man was struck and killed in a hit and run accident that happened in Chula Vista. The accident occurred on the 400 block of Moss Street at about 10 PM. The man, who lived on the block, was getting into his vehicle to go to work the night shift at a bakery where he was a baker. The vehicle that struck and killed the man did not stop. It was described as a dark gray BMW with tinted windows. Paramedics arrived and tried to save the man’s life, but he died at the scene.
Hit and Run Accidents
The driver in this incident did not stop at the scene, so the police conducted an investigation and search. Descriptions of the vehicle were broadcasted and the vehicle reportedly had front end damage and lost a headlight at the scene. The driver turned himself in to the police a few days later.
This is the fourth recent hit and run incident in Chula Vista. There are a number of reasons why a driver may choose not to stop at the scene. The driver may not have valid insurance, driver’s license or may already be wanted on a warrant. The driver could have been driving while intoxicated or distracted by the use of a handheld device. Regardless of the reason, the driver will likely face a number of serious charges for leaving the scene of a fatal crash.
Pedestrian Accidents on the Rise
The number of pedestrians involved in accidents has been rising across the country over the last several years. This might be due to various factors that contribute to these types of accidents. One of the most common factors in pedestrian accidents is distracted driving. Texting while behind the wheel is the most frequent reason for distracted driving. Texting while driving is illegal, but many drivers continue to do it.
There are three main factors that contribute to distracted driving. The driver may lose visual contact with the road, lose physical control of the vehicle, or lose focus on driving. Texting causes a driver to lose all three areas of control and therefore is one of the most dangerous types of distracted driving. In the case mentioned above, we do not yet know wat caused the driver to hit the pedestrian.
Legal Help After a Hit and Run Accident
If you or a loved one was hurt in an accident, find legal help from a San Diego personal injury attorney for the protection you deserve. But first, seek medical attention, even if you do not believe you are seriously injured it is important to have a medical professional check for internal issues. The police will attempt to locate the driver who hit you, and often times are successful with this key task. Once the driver is located you must seek legal action for the compensation you are entitled to. Medical bills, lost wages and money for pain and suffering should all be covered by the at-fault individual. Contact the legal team at the Law Office of Patrick G. Shea to get answers to your questions and discuss the details of your case.
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