Sacramento, CA – Fatal Bicycle Hit-and-Run Takes Life of Teenager
Sacramento, CA (September 22, 2018) – Police responded to a fatal bicycle hit-and-run that took place in Sacramento County that led to the death of a 14-year-old student from Mira Loma High School.
The 14-year-old has since been identified as DeSean Rowe-Manns. He was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver on Wednesday, September 19 in the morning hours. The accident took place on Watt Avenue in the Arden Arcade community.
Police arrived at the scene around 5 a.m. and found that a vehicle sped off while the 14-year-old was still on the hood of the vehicle. The child was found unresponsive and unconscious lying in somebody’s front yard. Paramedics immediately rushed the child to the hospital and he was treated for major injuries. He has since been pronounced dead due to the accident.
Police found out from witnesses that the 14-year-old had been trying to pop a wheelie up onto the sidewalk but instead fell backward and was struck by the vehicle. The suspect’s vehicle has since been described as a dark-colored minivan or SUV.
Police are still trying to determine who is responsible for the hit-and-run.
Sacramento Fatal Hit-and-Run
Police are still working on their investigation of the accident scene and speaking with witnesses to determine who might be responsible for this horrific accident. To the family and friends of DeSean Rowe-Manns, we want to extend our sincerest condolences as you cope with this difficult time in your life.
There are many steps that should be taken so that you can ensure your legal rights and the rights of your child after one of these serious accidents. Accidents involving children are some of the most devastating types to occur on our roadways, especially when a driver makes the decision to flee the scene after they have committed such a heinous act.
If somebody has lost their life following a serious hit-and-run accident, the police will work to find the party responsible so that you can move forward with a claim against a party who acted with outright negligence. You have many legal rights and we want to offer you protection in your time of need at the Los Angeles Injury Group. Call us today to find out how we can help at 310-954-7248.
