A hit-and-run collision in Fresno fatally injured 23-year-old Sergio Cifuentes Perez the morning of August 8, 2010, KFSN reports. Fresno police officials say the fatal collision occurred near the intersection of Peach and Clay avenues. Perez was found dead on the roadway. The vehicle that struck him left the scene of the crash and there were very few witnesses because it happened in the early morning hours. A suspect or vehicle description is not available. If you witnessed this collision or have information about this incident, please call Fresno police officials.
I offer my deepest condolences to everyone who knew and loved Sergio Cifuentes Perez for their tragic and heartbreaking loss. They will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers.
Hit-and-Run Collisions
According to the California Highway Patrol's traffic accident statistics, there were 17,158 hit-and-run collisions that resulted in fatalities or injuries in California in 2008. A majority of these car accidents involved injuries. There were 247 deaths in 2008 involving hit-and-run collisions statewide.
Laws and Liability Issues
Leaving the scene of an accident is a serious crime under California Vehicle Code section 20001(a). Drivers are required under the law to stop immediately, remain at the scene of the accident and obtain medical help for the injured victim. In this particular case, some are also saying that the roadway is extremely dangerous for pedestrians. Was there a dangerous condition on this roadway that caused or contributed to this fatal accident?
Families of deceased victims in such cases would be well advised to contact an experienced Fresno personal injury lawyer, who will make sure that their legal rights and best interests are protected. If this accident was caused by a hazardous roadway, the governmental entity responsible for maintaining that roadway could also be held liable. Please remember that any personal injury or wrongful death claim against a public entity must be properly filed within six months of the accident or injury.
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