Aimee R. Younkin Killed in Hit-And-Run Crash on US-101 [Ukiah, CA]

41-Year-Old Aimee R. Younkin Dies After Hit-And-Run Crash on US-101 in Ukiah

Ukiah, CA (August 30, 2024) – On Thursday, 41-year-old Aimee R. Younkin died in a hit-and-run crash on US-101.

Authorities are investigating the death of a 41-year-old woman from Arcata, who was found in a Ukiah creek bed last Thursday, August 22, 2024, as a result of a suspected fatal hit-and-run collision.

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Ukiah Office reported that officers responded to a hit-and-run incident on US-101 northbound, south of Lake Mendocino Drive, which led to the death of a pedestrian identified as Aimee R. Younkin of Arcata.

Investigators believe the collision occurred between August 8, 2024, and August 10, 2024.

A community member reported seeing Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office deputies carrying a body bag from Hensley Creek, near Highway 101 south of the Lake Mendocino Drive exit, while CHP officers searched a nearby hillside for evidence.

The CHP is actively investigating the case and encourages anyone with information to contact their Ukiah Area office at (707) 467-4420.

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Sweet Lawyers extend our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of Aimee R. Younkin. May the bereaved find solace and strength in this extremely trying time.

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