San Clemente, CA – Karely Sotello Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Accident
San Clemente, CA (January 29, 2019) – 31-year-old Karely Sotello was killed in a fatal pedestrian accident that took place along Avenida Del Presidente on Friday evening.
The accident took place around 7 p.m., according to police. The Orange County Sheriff’s Department investigated and found that Sotello had been struck by an SUV that had been traveling north at the time.
Unfortunately, when paramedics arrived at the scene, they said that Sotello had tragically passed away. Deputies confirmed that the driver of the other vehicle was a woman in her 50s who stayed at the scene of the accident to cooperate with deputies.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation by police.
We understand how difficult it can be to face the aftermath of a pedestrian accident, which is why we would like to take this time to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Karely Sotello at this time.
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California is 15th on the list of states with the most pedestrian accidents every year. Every 111 minutes, a pedestrian will lose their life in a horrific accident involving a motor vehicle driver. Police will continue their investigation into this accident so that they can make a determination of who is liable in this accident and how all parties will be able to move forward. If you have lost somebody in one of these accidents, our experienced wrongful death attorneys will stand by your side in your time of need.
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