Menlo Park, CA- Pedestrian Hit by Stolen Car on Nealon Park

Menlo Park, CA (June 12, 2019)- An intoxicated driver in a stolen vehicle hit and seriously injured a pedestrian on Friday at approximately 10:30 p.m.

The accident took place on Nealon Park when 34-year-old Redwood City resident Maurice Vasquez-Lopez reportedly attempted to hit a woman as she was in the street. Reports stated that following the collision with the pedestrian, Vasquez attempted to crash the stolen vehicle into a police car that was responding to the incident.

The pedestrian received significant injuries in the accident. Her name is unknown at this time.

Vasquez-Lopez was arrested under suspicion of murder, DUI, hit-and-run, possession of stolen property, and resisting arrest.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time.  We hope for a full recovery.

When Pedestrian Accidents Happen in California

Every year in California, thousands of pedestrians will be killed in car accidents. California law requires that drivers yield to pedestrians. Unfortunately, many negligent, distracted, or intoxicated drivers fail to follow the law and cause fatal crashes that could have been avoided.

It’s always difficult to think about the financial and legal aspects of a family member’s death when you are mourning the victim of a pedestrian accident. However, in time, you might consider pursuing a wrongful death suit in order to obtain compensation to cover funeral costs and other expenses.

The Brady Law Group’s attorneys have been supporting the families of those who’ve lost their lives in car accidents for almost 30 years. Call us today at 866-478-6483 for a complimentary consultation. We’re ready to hear your story and help you move onto the next steps.

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.