[05-11-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash in Torrance Results in Death of Male Pedestrian

An unidentified man was killed in a fatal hit-and-run collision on the Pacific Coast Highway in Torrance early Monday, May 11, 2022.

The collision occurred just before 1:45 a.m. on the PCH near Calle Mayor.

The male pedestrian was killed on the spot.

The victim wasn’t immediately identified.

There are no other details available.

The crash remains under investigation.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

Drivers who flee the scene after striking the victim are always held responsible for their actions. They will be arrested and put on trial as soon as they are located.

One in five pedestrian deaths is caused by a driver who flees the scene of an accident. Hit-and-run accidents result in 60% of pedestrian deaths.

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reports that more than 680,000 hit-and-run accidents occur in the United States every year. Since 2009, the number of people killed in hit-and-run accidents has risen by 7% per year.

In 2015, 11 percent of accidents were hit-and-runs. As a result of hit-and-run drivers, over 1,800 people were killed, and 138,000 were injured in 2009. In 2016, hit-and-run accidents in California claimed the lives of 337 people.

Often, these drivers flee the scene because they are intoxicated or lack a license or because they are afraid of the consequences of their actions.

Los Angeles County Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers

Everything changes when a close friend or family member passes away. Insurance companies and other similar organizations could be among its users. You should consult a lawyer as a precautionary measure.

The family of the deceased is encouraged to file wrongful death lawsuits during this time. Litigation for damages (such as lost wages and companionship, burial costs, pain, suffering, or emotional anguish) can be brought by the deceased’s family members in a case of wrongful death.

Our Los Angeles County hit-and-run accident lawyers at Arash Law are prepared to aggressively pursue and win the rightful compensation for victims of hit-and-run accidents. Due to our familiarity with the relevant laws and regulations, these cases fall under our purview. Clients’ settlements and jury verdicts are the most important thing to us.

A free legal consultation is available by calling (888) 488-1391.