[02-24-2022] Fresno County, CA – Woman Injured After a Road Rage Incident on East Fedora Avenue

An unidentified woman was killed following a drive-by shooting near East Fedora Avenue on Thursday night, February 24, 2022.

According to the initial reports from the Fresno Police, the incident occurred at around 8:00 p.m. near the 1100 block of East Fedora Avenue.

The woman was walking in the area with another person when an unspecified vehicle pulled up and fired multiple times. The woman was hit with one of the bullets.

Witnesses believe that the victim was a random target. It’s unclear whether there was gang activity at the time of the incident.

Local authorities are further investigating the incident.

Road Rage Accident Statistics

According to the data obtained by the Insurance Information Institute (iii), in 2019, nearly 80 percent of drivers have admitted to substantial hostility, aggression, or road rage in the past 30 days while driving.

Road rage is responsible for nearly one-third of all crashes. The lives of innocent bystanders are jeopardized when drivers act recklessly or violently behind the wheel.

Over seven years in the United States, 12,610 people were injured, and 218 people were killed due to road rage (SafeMotorist).

Road rage-related incidents have resulted in about 30 murders in the United States during the past several years. Out of 10,000 car accidents since 2007, more than 12,500 people have been injured due to driver violence. Of the road-rage-related deaths, the majority have been ruled as intentional murders.

Stay cool and focused on getting to your destination, and you’ll avoid getting into an argument with the other driver. Don’t engage in conversation with the other motorist, and don’t respond to any gestures or statements that they make toward you while driving.

Wrongful Death Lawyers for Victims of Road Rage in Fresno County

Road rage can have catastrophic effects. When driving, it’s best to remain cool and keep your mind focused. Anger is a problem for some drivers, which can lead to disastrous outcomes.

If a deadly road rage accident results in the death of a loved one, you have the legal right to hold the culprit responsible. A wrongful death claim must be brought within two years of the accident.

As a result, attorneys are well-versed in the strategies employed by insurance companies to reduce your payout. To prevent receiving an unjust settlement from an insurance company, you can benefit from the guidance of an attorney.

When you lose a loved one in a car accident, our team of compassionate and skilled Fresno County wrongful death attorneys are here to help. Arash Law’s more than $500 million in recovery for prior clients has helped clients like you. For a free, no-obligation case evaluation, call Arash Law at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online contact form.