[01-24-2023] Sacramento County, CA – Hit-And-Run Crash Near Gerber Road Kills One Person, Driver Sought

Police are searching for the hit-and-run driver who fatally struck an unidentified person in Sacramento on Tuesday night, January 24, 2023.

According to reports, the deadly crash transpired around 7:00 p.m. on northbound Excelsior Road, just north of Gerber Road.

Officials received a call about a human body down the side of the road and determined it was a fatal hit-and-run.

The hit-and-run vehicle is thought to be an unknown-colored 2016 or newer Dodge Ram with an unknown trim package.

Additionally, the car most likely has a damaged passenger-side mirror.

Anyone with information about the suspect vehicle or driver is asked to contact CHP South Sac at (916) 897-5600 and ask to speak with Officer Rakela or Officer S. Nelson.

Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash Statistics

According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, more than 680,000 Americans are injured or killed in hit-and-run accidents annually. According to recent statistics, the number of fatalities from hit-and-runs is rising. These mishaps were responsible for 24% of pedestrian deaths in 2020.

In 2019, speeding accounted for 8.6% of pedestrian deaths, up from 7.2% in 2019 and 2020. Pedestrian-related crashes are estimated to account for 20% or more of traffic fatalities among people aged 45 to 74.

The most common causes of pedestrian accidents, according to the National Highway Safety Administration, are inebriated, distracted, or non-yielding drivers. When crossing the street, proceed with caution.

Pedestrians should always stay on the sidewalks, refrain from drinking or using drugs, and exercise caution when crossing driveways and parking lots. These collisions will be less dangerous as a result.

What To Do Following an Accident

Stopping at the scene of a vehicle collision is always the right thing to do. There are severe penalties for hit-and-runs. Whenever a person is killed or injured in a crash and law enforcement is not yet present, the police or CHP should be notified immediately. Any occupant in the car at the time of the collision must report a crash to police or CHP if the driver was physically incapable of doing so.

You should move your vehicle off the road if no one has been injured or killed. The authorities may impound unmoved or unattended vehicles.

Trusted Hit-And-Run Accident Attorneys in Sacramento

Accidents can result in various injuries, from minor to severe. Hitting-and-running accidents can be traumatic. Do not hesitate to take action if you or someone you care about has been hit by a speeding vehicle.

In a hit-and-run accident, you should speak to an attorney immediately. Our Sacramento hit-and-run accident attorneys at Arash Law, headed by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have been handling these kinds of cases for years. They can provide immediate advice as soon as they have assessed the situation.

They aim to maximize your compensation and cover all expenses associated with your claim.

Your chances of winning can be increased by working with our legal team. Since they have extensive trial and settlement negotiation experience, they can handle these cases effectively.

Call us at (888) 488-1391 or use our website’s “Do I Have A Case?” form to schedule a free case review with our legal team.