[02-16-2023] Riverside County, CA – 70-Year-Old Man Killed in Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash in Eastvale

A 70-year-old pedestrian identified as Daniel B. was killed by a suspected hit-and-run driver in Eastvale on Thursday, February 16, 2023.

According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, the crash happened at 6:35 p.m. on Sumner Avenue, just south of 68th Street.

According to Sgt, a black Mercedes-Benz SUV struck Beavers as he attempted to cross Sumner. Ignacio Robles, and the driver, Lee J. allegedly fled the scene.

Jiaping was apprehended and booked into the Robert Presley Jail in Riverside on suspicion of hit-and-run resulting in severe bodily injury or death after witnesses called 911 and patrol deputies converged on the scene.

Until paramedics arrived and continued the effort, deputies worked to save Beavers’ life, according to Robles. But at 7:10 p.m., the victim was declared dead there.

The majority of Thursday night saw the closure of the northbound and southbound lanes of Sumner while deputies conducted a preliminary investigation, according to the sergeant.

Jiaping’s bail information wasn’t immediately available.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash Statistics

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reports that 680,000 people are injured or killed annually due to hit-and-run accidents. The number of fatalities caused by hit-and-run accidents has increased over the past few years. In 2020, these mishaps contributed to 24% of pedestrian deaths.

A hit-and-run occurs when a car collides with another and speeds off without stopping to help the injured.

Besides the agony and financial and emotional costs of hit-and-run accidents, victims can suffer from negligence and a delay in treatment.

Pedestrian injuries are most frequently caused by distracted driving. While operating a vehicle, a driver may converse with passengers, adjust the radio, or make telephone calls. Multitasking increases the likelihood of missing someone crossing the street.

In some situations, it’s essential to wear bright clothing to reduce the likelihood of an accident. You should move cautiously across the street so that oncoming cars can see you.

What to do After an Accident

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All you have to do is detail what happened and where it happened. Our team will contact the relevant parties to get all the required information.

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Riverside County Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers

The recovery process after an accident can take significant time and effort for traumatized accident victims. It may result in people paying substantial medical bills and losing employment.

A person injured in such an accident should seek legal counsel as soon as possible. The hit-and-run driver may be held responsible for the damage even if they cannot be located.

With our legal team, we guarantee that your case will be handled appropriately and professionally. Careless drivers must be held accountable at all costs.

Our Riverside County hit-and-run accident lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have a proven track record of assisting victims of hit-and-run accidents. We are dedicated to safeguarding your right to compensation and operate on a contingency fee basis.

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