[11-22-2021] Orange County, CA – Pregnant Woman Killed After a Hit-and-Run Road Rage Incident on Florida Street

A 35-year-old pregnant woman identified as Sara M. was killed after getting shot in a road rage incident on Florida Street on Monday, November 22, 2021.

The incident allegedly stemmed from a hit-and-run crash over the weekend. The 35-year-old woman was driving a Kia when she struck a 40-year-old motorcyclist on Saturday evening.

Authorities suspect that the Kia driver may have intentionally hit and motorcycle rider and drove away from the scene.

The motorcycle rider, along with other witnesses, tried to get the Kia driver to stop, but she refused to pull over. They then followed her vehicle in hopes of identifying her.

The Kia driver then drove back to her house and called 911. She grabbed a gun before heading back outside to confront the rider and the witnesses.

The rider also had a handgun on him and drew his gun, and opened fire on the woman several times. The motorcycle rider had a valid permit to carry a concealed weapon.

The pregnant Kia driver was rushed to an area hospital, but she could not survive her injuries and was pronounced dead.

The incident is currently under further investigation. No arrests have been made at the moment.

Road Rage Statistics

Road rage is a phrase used to describe aggressive or angry driving behavior by motorists in response to the driving of another motorist.

Road rage can manifest itself in disrespectful gestures, verbal insults, threatening behaviors, aggressive driving, vehicle assault, and, in many cases, actual violence.

Road rage, characterized by aggressive driving, is responsible for more than half of fatal automobile accidents. According to a year-long independent investigation, thirty individuals were killed, and 1,800 were injured in road rage events each year.

According to Everytown Research & Policy, road rage-related injuries and deaths have climbed since 2018.

In 2021, a person was shot and either injured or killed in a road rage incident every 18 hours. The average number of people shot, killed, or injured in road rage incidents nearly doubled last year.

Orange County Accident Lawyers for Road Rage Victims

It might be difficult for the victim’s family to know what to do when their loved one is killed in a fatal road rage incident. However, they must exercise their legal rights to receive justice and compensation.

A claim can bring the responsible party to justice, provide closure for your family, and provide financial compensation for your losses. Arash Law genuinely sympathizes with those who have lost family members or spouses due to negligence. We want to assist you in making the most of your wrongful death claim in California.

Wrongful death claims can be brought up for several reasons. Legal action may be filed against them to obtain restitution for loss of comfort and financial aid. Some people demand compensation for their losses, while others want closure.

Our compassionate Orange County wrongful death attorneys can help you get the most money for your claim. To schedule a free, no-obligation consultation about your deadly car accident case, call Arash Law at (888) 488-1391 or email us.