Stanislaus County, CA: Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Modesto
Stanislaus County, California (April 5, 2018): The Modesto Police Department is conducting an active investigation into a fatal pedestrian accident in Modesto, CA, on Sunday, April 1, 2018. The victim has been identified as 34-year-old Vanessa Julian, a local Modesto resident.
Julian was reportedly walking her bicycle across North 9th Street, near Carver road, when she was hit by a vehicle driven by 27-year-old Louis Bowman, also of Modesto, CA. Julian was taken from the scene to a nearby hospital, but she was tragically pronounced dead from her injuries a short while later. Bowman reportedly remained at the scene until officials with the Police Department arrived and is believed to be cooperating with the investigation. Authorities are still gathering information about the collision and no additional details have been released at this time.
The Los Angeles Injury Group would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Vanessa Julian. We are truly sorry for your heartbreaking loss and our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Modesto community in the wake of this tragedy.
Motor vehicle crashes continue to be a far too common cause of death throughout the United States, and pedestrians are uniquely vulnerable to suffering fatal injuries in a collision. It is important for all travelers on the road to know their rights and responsibilities under the law, and we encourage all accident victims to explore the options for legal relief that may be available in their state.
If someone you love was killed as a result of a collision with a motor vehicle, you may be legally entitled to recover monetary compensation for your pain, loss, and expenses under California law. The Los Angeles Injury Group is dedicated to the pursuit of justice for our clients and we may be able to help you. Call us at 310-954-7248 to schedule a free consultation on your case with one of our trusted and respected wrongful death attorneys today.
