[08-24-2022] Riverside County, CA – A 58-year-old Male was Fatally Killed after a Hit-and-Run Accident in Desert Hot Springs

A 58-year-old man, Paul N., died after a fatal hit-and-run collision involving an SUV in Desert Hot Springs on Wednesday evening, August 24, 2022.

The accident happened around 8:10 p.m. in the 12000 block of Palm Drive at Cahuilla Avenue.

Nava passed away at the scene shortly after the collision, despite CalFire and EMS crews’ best efforts.

Viewers of KESQ News Channel 3 called in details of the accident in front of the liquor store.

The local authorities from the Desert Hot Springs Police Department responded to the scene and are currently investigating.

Anybody with information is asked to call Sergeant Hanzen at (760) 329-6411.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

When drivers are responsible for their actions, they leave the scene after striking a victim. As soon as they are found, they will be detained and tried.

Whoever causes an accident and then flees the scene is responsible for one out of every five pedestrian fatalities. 60% of pedestrian fatalities are the result of hit-and-run incidents.

In 2015, hit-and-runs made up 11% of all accidents. More than 1,800 people have died, and 138,000 more have been injured due to hit-and-run drivers. In 2016, hit-and-run accidents in California claimed the lives of 337 people.

These drivers frequently leave the scene because they are intoxicated, do not have a license, are afraid of the consequences of their actions, or all of the above.

Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers of Riverside County

Whenever a close friend or relative passes away, everything changes. Its users might include insurance companies and other businesses with a similar focus. You should, as a precaution, seek legal counsel.

The time has come for the decedent’s family to bring wrongful death claims. The decedent’s family may submit a lawsuit for damages (such as lost wages and companionship, burial expenses, pain, suffering, or emotional anguish) in a wrongful death case.

Arash Law’s hit-and-run accident attorneys in Riverside County are ready to win your case and secure what you are owed in damages for your injuries. Due to our familiarity with the pertinent laws and regulations, these cases fall under our area of expertise.

We aim to satisfy our clients by receiving the most favorable jury verdicts and settlements.
Contact us for a no-cost legal consultation. (888) 488-1391.