Long Beach, CA – Pedestrian Hit and Killed in Fatal Crash on Pacific Avenue

Long Beach, CA (July 29, 2018) – According to a local and trustworthy news source, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a hit-and-run motorist Friday night on Pacific Avenue. The crash which was allegedly done intentionally occurred in the vicinity of the 1400 block of Pacific Avenue at around 9:40 p.m.

Emergency responders were immediately called to the scene to assist the victim. As per the article, the responders quickly rushed the severely injured man to a local hospital. Sadly, the victim was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at the hospital.

The initial reports stated that the driver who struck the victim fled the scene of the fatal incident before police arrived. Due to suspicious circumstances surrounding the incident, homicide detectives are examining the evidence with reason to believe this may have been an intentional murder. However, all indications say that the motive for this act is currently unknown.

Here has been no more information released at this time, and the name of the victim is being withheld until authorities can notify next of kin. A further investigation into this deadly accident is currently being conducted.

Our deepest and sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to the family members of the victim during this horrendously tragic time.

California Car Accident and Wrongful Death

Homicide detectives are currently working the investigation along with other authorities to accurately establish the events that led to this accident. If the investigation shows that this incident was perpetrated on purpose, there will not only be felony murder charges to follow but very solid grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit as well. However, the choice to file a claim for compensation can often be a very sensitive one, and only the family members of the victim can make that decision.

We at Brady Law Group realize that there is nothing as detrimental as the sudden loss of a loved one. We are here for you with an incredible passion for holding negligent and criminal drivers liable for the massive pain and devastation they inflict. If you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident or other manner due to a negligent or criminal driver, please don’t hesitate to call us at (866) 211-2562 for a free consultation today.

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 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.