[12-04-2022] Kern County, CA – Man Struck and Killed by Three Drivers in Hit-and-Run Crash in Bakersfield

A male pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash allegedly by three drivers in Bakersfield on Sunday morning, December 04, 2022.

According to the Bakersfield Police Department, the deadly crash happened shortly before 2:30 a.m. in the 3900 block of Stockdale Highway at North Stine Road.

The victim, whose identity will be released by the Kern County Coroner’s Office, was reportedly struck by an early 2000s white, four-door vehicle heavily damaged on its front, whose driver fled the scene.

The investigators believed two other vehicles were involved: a possibly gray Toyota Tundra and a red sedan.

Speed doesn’t seem to have been a factor in this crash, according to the police, but it’s unclear whether alcohol was.

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is encouraged to contact the authorities to help with the investigation.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

In our nation, hit-and-run accidents are harshly punished. Every day, a hit-and-run happens somewhere in the US. Over 2,000 people have been killed in car accidents since 2006, with 60% of these deaths being pedestrians.

Nearly 20% of fatalities result from drivers fleeing the scene after a collision rather than helping the victims. The majority of these drivers are either drunk, have license troubles, or are afraid to remain at the scene for fear of being arrested, so they drive away.

Despite an overall 14% drop in traffic-related mortality between 2007 and 2016, the number of pedestrian fatalities increased by 27% during the same time.

As of 2016, no other state could compare to California regarding the number of fatalities brought on by hit-and-run drivers. It is possible to link 3,562 deaths in the US to California alone.

Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers in Bakersfield

Hit-and-run accident victims in California can file a personal injury claim to recover compensation for their physical and mental injuries, lost wages, medical bills, and other costs associated with the accident.

If you want to ensure you get the greatest possible financial settlement, talk to one of our experienced lawyers about how to proceed with your case and what red flags to watch out for.

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