San Bernardino County, CA – Pedestrian Dies after Violent Collision and Suspected Hit-and-Run Incident along Waterman Avenue near 3rd and 4th Streets

San Bernardino County, CA (August 12, 2018) – Local authorities have recently identified the pedestrian who died as the result of a violent collision and suspected hit-and-run incident that took place along Waterman Avenue, at a curb near 3rd and 4th Streets. The incident transpired at approximately 4:30 AM in the morning on Sunday, August 12, 2018. As of today, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department has identified the deceased victim as 38-year old Needles resident Michael Brown. No detailed information about the suspect driver has been revealed at this time.

As revealed in the initial report, Brown had been walking north along the No. 1 lane on Waterman when, at some point, an oncoming vehicle plowed into him. As a result of the collision, Brown was thrown off the road and across the curb. Ultimately, he crashed into a nearby mailbox before falling to the ground.

Medical personnel reported that Brown suffered traumatic injuries during the impact and died at the crash site.

Meanwhile, the suspect driver did not help the victim and left the scene of the accident. Police have revealed the motorist was operating a sports utility vehicle, possibly dark colored.

Authorities have urged civilians holding valuable information related to the crash to call the Inland California Highway Patrol’s San Bernardino Office at (909) 388-4247.

We extend our most heartfelt prayers and our most loving thoughts to the family and friends of Mr. Michael Brown and wish them strength and peace of mind during this tragic, difficult time.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident in San Bernardino County

By law, drivers involved in an accident must remain at the scene and render aid to the victims. Fleeing a crash site is considered a cowardly, criminal act that can result in severe punishment including felony hit-and-run. Based on this information, the driver of the sports utility vehicle will be held accountable for causing the crash and inflicting injuries on a pedestrian.

Depending on the final results of the crash, the members of the victim’s family may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Through legal intervention, these individuals can receive compensation for funeral expenses and the tragic loss of a loved one, amongst other unfortunate circumstances.

We at Brady Law Group will work with you to ensure your rights and give you the peace of mind needed to focus on your recovery.

If you’ve been injured as the result of another person’s negligence, please call us at (866) 211-2562 to receive a free consultation with one of our expert attorneys.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery for all those involved in the accident.