[04-14-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – One Pedestrian Killed After Hit-And-Run Collision In Long Beach

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run collision in North Long Beach on Friday evening, April 14, 2023.

According to the Long Beach Police Department, the collision happened around 9:15 p.m. on Atlantic Avenue and Market Street.

According to the first results of the inquiry, the pedestrian was walking outside of the crosswalk when he was hit by a car on Atlantic Avenue heading north.

Paramedics transported the man to a local hospital to treat his injuries. According to LBPD detectives, he was declared dead four days later.

The driver did not remain at the scene following the collision, and officers are still searching for them.

The authorities have not yet released any further information.

Hit-and-Run Accident Victim Lawyers in Los Angeles

In California, victims of hit-and-run accidents have two options for recovering damages: filing an insurance claim or filing a lawsuit. If you or a loved one have been killed or suffered severe injuries due to someone else’s negligence, don’t hesitate to contact our respected attorneys.

One of our attorneys will evaluate your case during this free consultation, go over the following stages, and discuss anything that might affect the settlement offer.

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What To Do Following A Hit-And-Run Accident

Following a car accident, it can be challenging to think clearly, especially if the hit-and-run injured you. However, what you say and do at the accident scene could significantly impact the outcome of your lawsuit against the at-fault party. Follow these guidelines.

• Following a collision, speak with the police and request an accident report.
• Take notes on everything, including your injuries, the weather, the roads, and the vehicle that struck you.
• Collect the names and phone numbers of potential witnesses.
• Ask a doctor or other healthcare provider for help immediately, and list the parts of your body that hurt.
• To track your injuries and recovery, keep a journal. Describe your current health state and the cost and types of treatments you are getting.
• After consulting a lawyer, you should only bargain with an insurance provider or accept a settlement proposal.
• Don’t post about accidents or how they happened on social media.
• Speak with a knowledgeable California hit-and-run accident attorney today.

Fatal Hit-And-Run Accident Statistics

You could be charged with a crime in the US if you cause an accident but don’t stop to assist the injured or contact the authorities. You may be breaking the law if you cause an accident and flee the scene.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 737,100 hit-and-run collisions in the United States in 2015.

According to these figures, a hit-and-run is committed in the US every 43 seconds. The number of people killed in hit-and-run accidents in 2016 was 2,049, an all-time high.

Between 2010 and 2019, California experienced 2,948 hit-and-run incidents and 3,056 fatalities. California has one of the nation’s worst car crash records.