Salinas, CA – According to KSBW, a tragic hit-and-run took the life of a 2-year-old child on Friday evening, July 26, 2024. The police were alerted to the fatal collision at the intersection of East Alisal Street and Wood Street at approximately 6:30 PM.
Upon arrival, officers found an adult with significant injuries and a 2-year-old, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The identities of the adult and child victims have not been released.
The suspect’s vehicle, described as a maroon Hyundai Sonata from the late 2000s with noticeable front-end damage, was found the following morning. Despite the discovery of the vehicle, no arrests have been made as of yet, and the investigation remains active and ongoing.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Salinas police.
Pedestrian Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Motorists bear an added responsibility, known as the “Duty of Care,” towards pedestrians due to their heightened vulnerability in car accidents, often leading to pedestrian fatalities. Motorists are expected to stay with injured pedestrians to aid in securing help from emergency services and to cooperate with authorities upon their arrival.
For those who have lost a loved one in a vehicular fatality, understanding that a Wrongful Death claim, guided by an experienced personal injury attorney, can provide compensation is crucial. This compensation can alleviate the financial strain of medical bills, burial expenses, and the loss of income for dependents of the deceased.
If the at-fault driver evades legal consequences, compensation might still be accessible through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Seeking advice from a personal injury attorney can help ascertain the most suitable options in such circumstances.
