[06-09-2022] Stanislaus County, CA – Woman Killed After a Deadly Hit-and-Run Crash in Turlock

A 42-year-old woman identified as Michelle M. was killed after a deadly hit-and-run accident in Turlock on Thursday morning, June 9, 2022.

The accident took place on West Main Street, just east of Morgan Road in Turlock, at approximately 7:00 a.m.

The woman was struck by an unspecified vehicle for unclear reasons. The driver did not stop to render aid and drove away from the scene.

Unfortunately, the woman was killed in the mishap. Information about the suspect’s vehicle and identity is unavailable at the moment.

The identity of the victim has not been disclosed. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Anyone that can provide more information about the crash is urged to contact Stanislaus Area Crime Stoppers at 209-521-4636. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward. Tips also can be submitted via www.stancrimetips.org.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

Leaving the scene of an accident is a felony in and of itself. Unfortunately, it may be that hit-and-runs are still happening regularly on US highways. Every minute in the United States, there is a hit-and-run accident.

There were 2,049 people killed in hit-and-run accidents in the United States last year. Every year, around 682,000 hit-and-runs occur in the United States. Hit-and-runs frequently involve pedestrians.

Hit-and-run drivers caused more than 5% of all road deaths. The number of hit-and-runs increases by 7.2% on average per year. Hit-and-run drivers are responsible for 20% of pedestrian deaths.

California hit-and-run accidents were the worst in 2016, according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety (the most recent year for which data is available). In 2016, 337 people died due to hit-and-runs, a 60% increase from the previous ten years.

There are several reasons why hit-and-run drivers leave the scene; some might be drug users, have legal issues, lack insurance, or even be illegal immigrants.

Stanislaus County Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers

Incidents involving hit-and-run drivers are more complicated than other sorts of traffic accidents. They always make it more difficult to get money from insurance companies and the fleeing driver. You can file your claim with the assistance of a lawyer who has previously represented victims of hit-and-run accidents.

If you have been injured or a hit-and-run driver has killed a loved one, you should immediately contact a hit-and-run lawyer.

You and your family may be able to get financial compensation for your losses if you file a wrongful death lawsuit against the liable party. Arash Law sincerely sympathizes with those who have lost loved ones or marriages due to the carelessness of others.

Arash Law’s experienced Stanislaus County hit-and-run accident attorneys can negotiate with your insurance company and even litigate your case if they refuse to offer you a fair settlement. Your rehabilitation should not be hampered by the stress of dealing with the financial ramifications of a hit-and-run accident.

Don’t face the burden of a hit-and-run accident alone; we will fight for your best interests. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so please get in touch with us at (888) 488-1391 to speak with a hit-and-run attorney about your accident.