Sacramento, CA – Chris Allen Courtney Killed in Fatal Hit-and-Run Wreck on Highway 50

Sacramento, CA (April 11, 2019) On the early morning of April 10^th, a fatal hit-and-run wreck happened on Highway 50, not far from Harbor Boulevard. According to the reports, a 51-year-old man named Chris Allen Courtney got into an accident and ended up crashing into the center divide on the highway. Another driver, 19-year-old Miguel Moldanodo, tried to avoid the accident but still ended up crashing as well. When Courtney got out of his car to check for damages, a white Ford Fusion or Escape sedan struck him without stopping. This tragic accident happened at about 2:01 a.m.

By the time the paramedics arrived, Courtney had already suffered fatal injuries. Crews found Moldanodo suffering from minor injuries and transported him to a nearby hospital for further help.

The police are currently searching for the suspect responsible for striking Courtney as they continue to investigate the crash.

We send are support to Chris Allen Courtney’s family as they work through their grief.

Hit-and-Run Accidents in California

Recent statistics show that hit-and-run fatalities have increased by 7.2 percent every year in the United States since 2009. The reason drivers proceed to drive off without stopping after striking someone is usually due to driving while under the influence or fearing the consequences of their actions. Drivers are more likely to commit such crimes during the middle of the night when they believe not many witnesses are around to spot them. Unfortunately, regardless of one’s motives behind not stopping, it’s unacceptable to leave a harmed individual at the scene of an accident.

At Brady Law Group, we understand how hard it is for  families to lose loved ones in hit-and-run accidents, especially due to negligent behavior. Because we believe in the rights of our clients, we work hard to help them win their wrongful death lawsuits so that they aren’t stuck dealing with the financial burdens of damages they didn’t cause. If you lost someone you love in a hit-and-run accident, contact us today at 866-478-6483.

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.