[08-10-2022] Santa Clara County, CA – 11-year-old Boy Dies After a Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident in the West Valley

An 11-year-old boy died after a hit-and-run accident in West Valley City late Wednesday night.

The accident occurred around 11:40 p.m. on a sidewalk along 4000 West near 4200 South.

According to local authorities, the woman and her son were walking on a sidewalk when a car hit them.

According to Roxeanne V., a police spokeswoman, the mother was not struck.

The car struck the boy, then re-entered the road and continued traveling.

The young man was taken to a nearby hospital, succumbing to his wounds later.

Vainuku claimed that the mother and son had taken a bus home after spending the evening sightseeing in downtown Salt Lake City.

According to the police, the possible color of the vehicle was a light-colored or gray Toyota Tacoma or comparable pickup truck with front-end damage.

On Thursday, detectives were expected to return to the area to look for more proof.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

The reason why many hit-and-run drivers flee the scene is to avoid hurting anyone else. These individuals may be intoxicated or drugged up, have legal issues, lack insurance, or be undocumented immigrants.

As the third mode of transportation, in addition to bikes and motorcycles, scooters are gaining popularity. They’re a great option because they’re lightweight, cheap, and simple to transport. However, riding a scooter down the road is riskier for the rider.

In 2016, there were at least 2,049 fatal hit-and-run incidents in the US. Every year, there are about 682,000 hit-and-run incidents in this nation.

In this case, the driver who hit and ran the victim is to blame for the victim’s injuries and for fleeing the scene. Upon capture, the suspect will probably be charged with crimes.

Santa Clara County Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers

People who hit and run must report it, per California law. There are consequences if you leave the scene of an accident without saying it. You are telling the police or inform the other drivers. You risk getting points on your license and serving time in jail or prison for this. Additionally, you expose yourself to civil lawsuits from individuals who want to extort money from you.

A hit-and-run is not considered a typical accident by the law. They almost always make it more challenging to obtain compensation from insurance providers and the eluded driver. A lawyer with experience representing hit-and-run accident victims can be helpful.

Arash Law’s hit-and-run attorney in Santa Clara County can help you obtain the highest settlement for your claim.

Arash Law’s accident lawyers are experienced in defending your right to compensation throughout the legal process. You can schedule a no-cost consultation with a qualified California accident attorney by calling (888) 488-1391.