David Mick Died In Fontana Hit-And-Run Car Accident Along Cherry Avenue
FONTANA, CALIFORNIA (September 28, 2022) – A man identified as David Mick was killed in a Fontana hit-and-run car accident along Cherry Avenue not far from Valley Boulevard.
San Bernardino County officials are saying that the accident took place around 5:00 a.m. on Saturday. David Mick was walking when he was struck by a vehicle.
The driver that struck the victim fled the scene of the collision and is currently being sought by police. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim.
Sadly, David Mick died as a result of his injuries. A full investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Fontana Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in hit-and-run car accidents. According to the AAA Foundation, “There were an estimated 737,100 hit-and-run crashes in 2015 (NHTSA, 2016). This translates to a hit-and-run crash happening somewhere in the U.S. every 43 seconds. The 2,049 fatalities that resulted from hit-and-run crashes in 2016 were the highest number ever recorded (NHTSA, 2017).” There are many factors that could contribute to a hit-and-run collision.
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Driver fatigue
Drivers that flee the scene of car accidents may be subject to criminal and civil liability for their actions. The family of any person that is killed in a hit-and-run accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and funeral expenses. 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 Orange County Pedestrian Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of David Mick. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. The driver responsible for this crash should do the right thing and turn themselves in. It is never too late to do the right thing.
Do you need more information about a Fontana pedestrian accident? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the information and support that they are entitled to under the law. Whether you just have legal questions or need more information about a collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
