1 Dead in Montclair Pedestrian Crash on Ramona Avenue and Holt Boulevard
MONTCLAIR, CA (February 4, 2021) – Monday night, a pedestrian died in a hit-and-run accident on Ramona Avenue and Holt Boulevard.
The incident happened at around 7:35 p.m. on Ramona Avenue and Holt Boulevard. Both the Montclair police and fire departments responded after a report of a crash between an SUV and a pedestrian.
Responders took the 55-year-old pedestrian to a trauma center. However, he later succumbed to his injuries. At this time, the authorities haven’t disclosed his identity.
Meanwhile, the SUV escaped before the first responders arrived.
On the other hand, an investigation determined that the SUV headed east on Holt Boulevard. Then, it entered the intersection of Ramona Avenue. The authorities also confirmed that the pedestrian didn’t yield the right of way. As a result, the SUV hit the pedestrian in the crosswalk.
The authorities urged anyone with information about the crash to contact the Montclair Police Department at 909-621-4771.
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the loved ones of the victim. May you find peace, comfort, and strength during this difficult time.
Filing a Wrongful Death Claim
As the loved ones of the victim grieve this fatal Montclair pedestrian crash, Sweet Lawyers wants you to you do not have to face the aftermath alone.
Moreover, it is important to recognize that if you lose someone in an accident, you may recover damages through a wrongful death suit.
Also, a lawsuit gives the loved ones of a departed family member some semblance of justice.
“Our goal is to safeguard the legal rights of families in the wake of catastrophic accidents. Insurance companies only protect their interests, which is why we protect those of our clients, ” explains Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers.
If a loved one has been involved in a wrongful death accident, do not hesitate to reach out for help. The process of dealing with your loss, while fighting for justice, is never easy. Ultimately, this is necessary to alleviate some of the financial burdens after a serious pedestrian accident that causes irreversible damage. We wish to make this process as easy for you as possible. Thus, for more information, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free consultation with a legal professional.