Fresno, CA: Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash
Fresno, California (February 20, 2018): A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a hit-and-run driver on McKinley Avenue in Fresno early Sunday night, February 18, 2018. The victim has not yet been identified and very little information about the collision has been made available at this time.
Authorities first received reports of a man lying injured on the road just after 8:00 p.m. and emergency responders were dispatched to the accident scene on McKinley Avenue, near Brawley Avenue and Highway 99. The victim was transported by emergency services to Community Regional Medical Center where he was ultimately pronounced dead.
The police are still searching for the hit-and-run driver. They believe the suspect may have been driving a silver 1997 5 Series BMW with a missing passenger side mirror. Anyone with information should contact the police as soon as possible.
The Los Angeles Injury Group would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of the deceased. We are truly sorry for your gutwrenching loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with you in the aftermaths of this senseless tragedy.
Losing a loved one under the sudden and shocking circumstances of a motor vehicle crash can cause intense emotional pain and severe economic strife. It is important for victims to know the assistance that may be available to them under the laws of California.
If you someone you love has been killed in an accident involving a motor vehicle, you may be legally entitled to receive compensation for your pain, loss, and expenses. Call the Los Angeles Injury Group at 310-954-7248 to schedule a free consultation on your case with one of our dedicated and experienced wrongful death attorneys and start learning more about your options for relief today.
