[08-03-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – Hit-and-Run Crash Results Two Homeless People Died in South Los Angeles

Two people, Alberto L., 44, and Lashonda D., 43, were killed after a hit-and-run crash in an encampment in South Los Angeles on Wednesday.

According to Sarah A., a department spokesperson, Leal and Davis were described as homeless.

Local authorities located the suspect’s vehicle at South Flower Street and West 52nd Place after it struck the victims.

The male suspect was admitted to the hospital.

There is no other information available about the person involved.

The inquiry is still ongoing.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

One of the most terrifying experiences a person can have is getting into an accident due to another driver’s carelessness.

Sadly, there are far too many hit-and-runs every year. In 2016, two thousand forty-nine people lost their lives in hit-and-run incidents in the US. According to a recent study, over 680,000 hit-and-runs are reported in the US annually. Every week, a pedestrian in the United States dies in a car.

In the event of an accident brought on by a careless driver, pedestrians might not be able to respond right away.

The number of pedestrian fatalities in the US has significantly increased. Pedestrian deaths increased by 27% between 2007 and 2016, while other traffic-related deaths fell by 14% during the same period.

The primary factors that lead to these collisions are driver negligence, failure to yield the right-of-way, intoxicated driving, and speeding.

Los Angeles County Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers

When a loved one dies, everything changes. Insurance providers and other organizations are potential clients. One preventive measure is an attorney’s advice.

The deceased’s surviving family may file a wrongful death claim—lawsuits. The decedent’s family can ask for wrongful death damages (such as money for companionship and lost wages), funeral expenses, pain and suffering, or emotional distress).

If you suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident in California, our legal team at Arash Law can help. In California, we have a lot of experience helping injured pedestrians. We can help you fight for the just compensation you are entitled to.

If you or a family member suffered injuries in a hit-and-run accident, our hit-and-run accident attorneys in Los Angeles County would make every effort to help. We’re prepared to fight to get you the fair compensation you need. Our main goals are to obtain favorable jury verdicts and legal settlements for our clients.

To speak with a legal team member, call us at (888) 488-1391 or complete our online intake form.