Autum Frank Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Swift Avenue

Pedestrian Accident on Swift Avenue Kills Pregnant Autum Frank

Fresno, CA (August 3, 2020) – On Sunday, a pregnant 19-year-old woman, Autum Frank of Fresno, died in a pedestrian accident on Marks and Swift Avenue.

Frank was walking with her family and friends near Marks Avenue at around 10:30 PM. Just then, an SUV driven by 32-year-old Kenneth Carter on a fast speed down Marks Avenue hit her as she tried to get off the roadway.

Both Frank and her unborn child died at the scene.

Kenneth Carter drove away from the scene in his rented SUV, but he later called the Fresno Police Department and turned himself in. He told the police that he thought it was an animal he struck on the road.

The authorities booked Carter into the Fresno County Jail for felony hit and run, vehicular manslaughter, and for driving on a suspended license.

Police released him on $12,000 bail on Monday morning.

Fresno Sheriff’s Department said Frank’s death was the 34th death this year out of 32 collisions in Fresno in 2020. There is already a total of 16 pedestrian fatalities this year compared to only 11 last year and 25 fatal collisions.

We at Sweet Lawyers express our condolences to the bereaved of Autum Frank. Our thoughts are with you in this time of grief.

Dealing With Fatal Accidents

While the loss of a dear one is irreversible, it is in the best interest of you and your family to be aware of what to do next. It is crucial that the family of Autum Frank becomes aware that they have the right to file a wrongful death suit.

A wrongful death suit allows families to acquire some semblance of justice.

In regards to this incident, losing a loved one in a road accident is devastating to go through. If you would like to work with a wrongful death attorney, consider Sweet Lawyers. Our mission is to provide you with compassionate and effective legal assistance from beginning to end. We understand that you may feel overwhelmed at this time. Thus, we encourage you to recover and grieve in peace, while we handle the legal details of your case. For a free case evaluation, call (800) 674 7852. Additionally, you may send us an e-mail or talk to our live chat agents.