[03-25-2021] Sacramento County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Franklin Boulevard

One unidentified person was killed after getting struck by a hit-and-run driver on Franklin Boulevard on early Thursday morning, March 25th.

According to the California Highway Patrol’s initial reports, the accident took place on Franklin Boulevard around 2:04 p.m.

The unidentified man was walking on the bicycle lane when the suspect suddenly struck him. The driver did not stop to render aid and fled the scene.

Unfortunately, the pedestrian sustained fatal wounds from the accident and was later pronounced dead. Local authorities later found the suspect’s vehicle on northbound Highway 99 near 12th Avenue.

Authorities later identified the suspect as 28-year-old Myron H. Authorities determined that the suspect was driving while under the influence at the time of the accident.

He was arrested for multiple charges, including suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter, hit and run, driving under the influence, and driving on a suspended license. An investigation is currently underway.

Fatal DUI Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

Drunk driving is one of the most reckless and dangerous things a driver can do. Unfortunately, approximately 300,000 people are injured each year in the U.S. due to drunk driving accidents.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 10,000 people are killed annually due to DUI accidents. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention information, around 18% of all fatal motor accidents involve drugs and alcohol.

Combine that with the fact that the suspect attempted to escape the scene, the liability, in this case, is clear.

Unfortunately, hit-and-run cases are not unique. In 2016, approximately 2,049 hit-and-run fatalities were reported in the U.S. Annually, around 682,000 hit-and-run accidents occurred in the country. Pedestrians are common victims of hit-and-run accidents.

Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal DUI Hit-and-Run Accident Accidents in Sacramento County

DUI accident victims must fight back aggressively against any unfair apportionment of fault. By carefully assembling and presenting evidence to prove the drunk driver’s full responsibility for a crash.

Losing a loved one from a fatal DUI accident can be quite devastating and stressful. Our team of Arash Law believes that the liable party must be held accountable at all costs.

Our California drunk driving accident attorneys are influential, aggressive advocates for DUI accident victims. Drunk drivers must be held accountable for their egregious and dangerous behavior. DUI accident victims deserve justice.

Our attorneys will fight tirelessly to protect your legal rights and help you and your family recover the full and fair financial compensation that you rightfully deserve. Are you ready to find out if you have a case? We are here to help. Please do not hesitate to contact our legal team to set up your free, strictly confidential personal injury case evaluation. Our legal team will get you answers. Call (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation.