[02-01-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Male Pedestrian Killed in Irwindale Hit-and-Run Crash

A male pedestrian was killed after being hit by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash in Irwindale on Wednesday morning, February 01, 2023.

According to the Irwindale Police Department, the fatal crash occurred before 9:24 p.m. at the Live Oak Avenue and Speedway Drive intersection.

Responders from the Los Angeles County Fire Department declared the victim died due to traumatic injuries sustained after being struck by a car reportedly traveling east on Live Oak.

The suspect driver, identified as Pomona resident Patricia L., 50, fled the scene but was later arrested the following morning. She was detained and charged with felony hit-and-run and vehicular manslaughter while her car was impounded.

Both directions of Live Oak between Arrow Highway and the 605 Freeway were shut down due to the crash before reopening.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

If you cause a car accident in the United States and do not stop to help the injured or seek assistance, you will likely face substantial criminal charges. A hit-and-run driver faces serious consequences, including possible imprisonment, if they are apprehended.

At least one American motorist causes an accident and then flees the scene every day. Since 2006, almost 1,900 people have perished as a direct result of these kinds of events. More than sixty percent of the estimated dead were projected to be pedestrians.

Hit-and-run accidents in the Golden State of California decreased by more than half between 2009 and 2016. However, with a yearly death toll of 3,562, California remains one of the deadliest states in the United States.

What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident

Call the police right away if you or someone you know has been hurt in a hit-and-run accident. Give the police only hard evidence; don’t speculate or offer your own take on what happened. Even though they had nothing to do with the accident, some victims may feel compelled to offer heartfelt regrets. In the event that you make a claim, the insurance company could use this information against you.

Contact the police department closest to the scene of the accident to request a copy of the incident report. If you’d prefer that we make the inquiry for you, fill out our online form. As soon as we get these details, we can start investigating your claim. Please don’t wait to contact us if you’d want a free initial consultation of the strength of your case.

Hit-and-Run Accident Victim Lawyers in Los Angeles County

California law allows victims of hit-and-run accidents to pursue criminal charges against the offending motorist and civil claims for damages from the auto insurer through a personal injury or wrongful death suit. Get in touch with one of our renowned lawyers if you or a loved one has suffered catastrophic injuries or lost a life due to the carelessness of another.

Our trusted Los Angeles County hit-and-run accident victim lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi Esq., have extensive experience and accolades advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $750 million.

Call (888) 488-1391 now or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to set up a free consultation with one of our attorneys.