Long Beach, CA – Elderly Man Dies in Fatal Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident

Long Beach, CA (January 8, 2019) On the evening of January 7^th, a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian accident happened in the 5900 block of North Paramount Boulevard at approximately 7:50 p.m. According to the reports, a white older-model cargo van struck a 79-year-old man named Elias Sanchez and dragged him down the street without stopping. The van dragged Sanchez 900 feet until Sanchez’ body released from underneath the vehicle. A second vehicle saw Sanchez in the roadway and swerved to avoid hitting him. This driver stopped and immediately called for help. By the time the paramedics and the Long Beach Fire Department arrived at the scene to help, Sanchez had already suffered fatal injuries. The police are currently searching for the driver responsible.

We send our condolences to Sanchez’ family as they grieve for the loss of their loved one.

Pedestrian Accidents in California

Unfortunately, thousands of pedestrians lose their lives every year after being struck by vehicles in California. To prevent this from happening, California has created a set of laws specifically to protect pedestrians, one of which requires drivers to yield as they approach pedestrians even if the pedestrian doesn’t have the right of way. When drivers fail to do so, they put pedestrians at risk of being seriously injured or killed.

Once the police find the driver responsible for this accident, the driver will be faced with hit-and-run charges and possibly manslaughter. Sanchez’ family can then file a wrongful death lawsuit with the help of a California wrongful death attorney.

At Brady Law Group, we believe in the rights of our clients, which is why we work tirelessly to make sure their rights are being acknowledged and respected. We don’t stop fighting until our clients receive fair compensation for all damages and losses. If you or someone you know lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, call 866-478-6483 today for a free consultation with one of our 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 to all those involved in the accident.