Stockton, CA — According to KCRA, a 23-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle Thursday evening, October 24, 2024, near Delta College in Stockton.
The victim was hit by a car near the Pacific Avenue marquee sign around 6:30 PM and was taken to a hospital in critical condition. They later succumbed to their injuries.
The driver of the vehicle, 27-year-old Jamaraqui Burks, allegedly fled the scene but was located soon after by Delta College Police. Burks was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, treated, and subsequently booked into the San Joaquin County Jail.
Authorities temporarily shut down sections of Pacific Avenue and Pacific Frontage Road to conduct a thorough investigation.
This incident remains under investigation by the Stockton Police Department.
Pedestrian Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Drivers have a specific “Duty of Care” towards pedestrians, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for pedestrians near the roadway and, if a fatal collision occurs, staying with the victim, alerting emergency responders, and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
For those who lose a loved one in a pedestrian accident, filing a Wrongful Death claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, and other related damages.
If the at-fault driver avoids legal consequences, compensation might still be available through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Consulting with a personal injury attorney can help determine the best options in such cases.
California Hit-and-Run Laws
California Law requires drivers involved in a collision to stop their vehicle, notify law enforcement, and exchange insurance information with others involved. Failure to do so, considered to be a “hit-and-run,” is a misdemeanor in cases of property damage and a felony when someone has been injured.
