[12-21-2022] Contra Costa County, CA – Woman Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver in Pacheco

Authorities reported that a woman was killed after being hit by a car in Pacheco, Contra Costa County, on Wednesday evening, December 21, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal crash occurred around 8:50 p.m. on Marsh Drive and Aria Drive near Buchanan Field Airport.

The northbound car on Marsh Drive reportedly hit the victim and her parked Dodge Caliber. The driver then fled the scene and continued driving north.

Responders from the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District tried to save the woman, but she was declared dead shortly after 9:00 p.m. Her identity has not been made public.

As the investigation and search continued, no details were released on the driver and the car. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is urged to contact the authorities.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

Legal consequences for hitting another car and speeding away are severe in the United States. Should the driver be identified, he or she will almost certainly be found guilty and punished harshly.

At least one person in the United States causes an accident and flees the scene every day. Roughly 2,000 people have died in such incidents since 2006. It is estimated that over 60% of the fatalities were pedestrians.

On average, one motorist is not caught after causing an accident involving a pedestrian every five times. Due to intoxication, many motorists simply leave their vehicles (drinking, licensing problems, fear of being caught).

While traffic-related fatalities fell by 14% between 2007 and 2016, the number of pedestrians killed rose by a shocking 27% during the same time period.

Hit-and-run accidents were California’s most common cause of unintentional death between 2009 and 2016. Some of the 3,562 deaths in the United States happened in California.

Hit-and-Run Accident Victim Lawyers in Contra Costa County

Victims of accidents in which the responsible party flees the scene retain all of their rights under California law.

Throughout the whole process of filing a personal injury claim, our seasoned attorneys will advise you on how to maximize your compensation from your insurance provider.

Talk to one of our well-respected attorneys right away for advice on how to present your case to maximize your cash return.

Our trusted hit-and-run accident lawyers for victims in Contra Costa County have extensive experience and accolades advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 million.

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