Jesse Espino, of Clovis, Died In Fresno Hit-And-Run Car Accident By The Intersection of First Street and McKinley Avenue
FRESNO, CALIFORNIA (January 18, 2022) – A 35-year-old man identified as Jesse Espino was killed in a Fresno hit-and-run car accident by First Street and McKinley Avenue.
Fresno County officials are saying that the collision took place around 3:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Jesse Espino and another person were in a vehicle struck by a pickup truck.
The pickup truck driver kept going after the crash but was eventually captured. Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victims.
One person was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. Sadly, Jesse Espino died due to the severity of his injuries.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Fresno County Car Accidents
Speeding is one of the most common causes of car accidents in the United Sates. According to the National Safety Council, “Speeding was a factor in 29% of all traffic fatalities in 2020, killing 11,258, or an average of over 30 people per day. The total number of fatal motor-vehicle crashes attributable to speeding was 10,136.” There are many other factors that could contribute to a car accident.
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
- Vehicle systems failures
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid collisions. Any driver that flees the scene of a collision could face criminal and civil liability for their actions. Liability for a car accident could extend beyond any driver. Pickup trucks are often used for commercial purposes. Generally speaking, companies are liable for the wrongful actions of their employees who were working within the course and scope of their job duties. There are many steps that should be taken after any car accident.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Fragments of any fleeing vehicle should be examined.
Car accidents can be one of the most difficult things that most people will ever go through. They can be especially hard for those that lost a loved one. The family of any person that died due to the negligence of another driver may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Fresno County Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of Jesse Espino. It is our sincere hope that the other victim will be able to fully recover from their injuries. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
Do you need more information about a Fresno County car accident? Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need more information about a particular accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
