[09-11-2022] Kern County, CA – Hit-and-Run Driver Killed Pedestrian in Bakersfield

A man died after being struck by a car in Bakersfield on Sunday night, September 11, 2022.

The collision happened shortly after 10:45 p.m. in the 700 block of P Street.

According to the investigation, the driver of the automobile left the scene without exchanging information.

According to the Bakersfield Police Department (BPD), the man was taken to the hospital and pronounced dead on Monday morning. His identity has not yet been revealed.

BPD officers searched for the vehicle, described as a black sedan with front driver’s side damage.

According to an investigation, speed appeared to be a factor, and whether alcohol was involved is unknown.

Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

A hit-and-run accident is a traffic collision in which the at-fault driver does not stop to exchange information or render aid to the victim. Hit-and-run accidents are a serious problem in many states, often resulting in serious injuries or even death.

According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the number of people killed in hit-and-run accidents climbed by 60% in 2016, reaching 337. Almost 682,000 hit-and-run accidents occur in the United States yearly, with pedestrians usually being the victims.

Unfortunately, these accidents are often difficult to investigate, as there are usually no witnesses and little evidence left at the scene. In some cases, investigators can use surveillance footage or license plate recognition technology to identify the at-fault driver.

Still, tracking down the driver and holding them accountable can be difficult. That’s why hit-and-run accidents are often called “crimes of opportunity.” The driver knows they can escape the accident if they keep driving.

Kern County Hit-and-run Accident Lawyers

Pedestrians can be seriously injured or killed in hit-and-run incidents, leaving victims with little redress. Dealing with a driver who caused the accident and then chose to flee is even more difficult than dealing with someone who refuses to accept fault. This may leave the victim alone to deal with the fallout.

If you are injured in a serious accident, you can file a lawsuit to recover your losses. You can seek to obtain the compensation you need with the assistance of our Kern County hit-and-run accident attorneys here at Arash Law.

Our knowledgeable attorneys can gently guide victims through this trying time while preserving their rights. Arash Law will fight for and defend you. Call us at (888) 488-1391 for a free initial consultation, or arrange an appointment on our website.