[05-04-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Elderly Pedestrian Killed in a Hit-and-Run in Manchester Square

A 72-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run, possibly by a motorcycle, in Manchester Square, Los Angeles, late Thursday night, May 04, 2023.

The Los Angeles Police Department reported that at Western Avenue and 79th Street in the Manchester Square neighborhood at around 11:50 p.m., an old pedestrian was hit by a vehicle, possibly a motorcycle.

The driver did not stop and headed south on Western Avenue. The unidentified man was taken to the local hospital but could not survive his injuries.

Whether alcohol or drugs were a factor is still under investigation.

Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers in Los Angeles

If you or a loved one were injured or killed due to someone else’s recklessness, you may seek compensation by going to court or through an insurance settlement. To avoid unjust compensation, please speak to our lawyers before anything else.

During this free consultation, one of our lawyers will assess your case, plan the following steps, and discuss anything that might impact the settlement offer.

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What to Do Following a Hit-and-Run Accident

Death or injury from accidents due to someone else’s recklessness can be shocking.

We are here for you; a handy online form is available on this page. It will help us prepare for your claim and plan the next step during your free consultation with our experienced lawyer. Please refer to this guide for the best ways to safeguard your rights.

• Remain calm and stay focused.
• Contact the police immediately, and ask for an accident report.
• Keep a detailed record of everything, including your injuries, the weather, the road conditions, and the car that hit you.
• Gather the names and contact information of all possible witnesses.
• Keep a notebook to record your injuries and the healing process. Describe how you’re feeling, the treatments you’re receiving, and the cost.
• Before speaking with a lawyer, do not negotiate with an insurance company or accept a settlement offer.
• Refrain from sharing anything concerning accidents or how they happened on social media.
• Consult an experienced California hit-and-run accident lawyer immediately.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

Since 2006, roughly 2,000 people have been killed in hit-and-run accidents in the United States. About 60% were pedestrians. In 2012, 3,056 fatalities due to car accidents were recorded nationwide.

Although there has been a 14% decline in traffic-related fatalities between 2007 and 2016, the deaths of pedestrians have increased by 27%.

Between 2009 and 2016, California saw more deaths from hit-and-run accidents than any other state.

Drivers usually choose to flee due to being intoxicated, driving without a license, or fear of getting arrested. One in every five pedestrian accidents, the driver escapes the scene.