Christina Rodriguez of Banning Fatally Struck on Interstate 10 [Banning, CA]

Banning, CA (March 20, 2024) – 29-year-old Christina Rodriguez of Banning was fatally hit on Interstate 10 early Wednesday morning.

It was about 12:30 a.m. March 13 when the deadly hit-and-run crash happened on the eastbound freeway, approximately a quarter-mile east of Eighth Street.

Officers said the victim was walking within lanes when she was struck by a driver who fled eastbound.

The impact of the collision threw Rodriguez into the slow lane. Riverside County Fire Department paramedics declared her deceased at the scene minutes later.

In the meantime, there is no information if drugs and/or alcohol played a role in the collision.

The authorities ask anyone who might have information to contact the CHP’s San Gorgonio Pass office at 951-846-5321, or after hours at 916-407-7511.

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Sweet Lawyers extends its condolences to Christina Rodriguez‘s loved ones. Our hearts are with you during these trying times.

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What Can the Loved Ones of Christina Rodriguez Do?

Dealing with the aftermath of a tragic loss following a vehicle crash can seem unimaginable.

Thus, it is good to know that the bereaved may file a wrongful death suit.

A wrongful death suit is a civil action that may help you move forward when a crash impacts you or your family in irreparable ways.

Significantly, it allows surviving family members to achieve vindication for their dearly departed. Holding parties liable for the irrevocable damages they have caused.

Furthermore, nearly 1.25 million people are killed in car accidents each year. That means, on average, auto accidents cause 3,287 deaths per day. Sad, but road accidents are indeed the leading cause of death in the U.S. for people aged 1-54.

With this in mind, we encourage the family of the victim in this fatal collision to contact Sweet Lawyers.

Our litigators will work on your behalf to hold the responsible party accountable for their failure to follow traffic laws, resulting in the untimely death of your loved one.

We do more than win cases; we aim to maximize your recovery and grant you peace of mind with your future at the forefront. During your initial call, we’ll discuss your case at length to determine your legal options. In addition, you won’t pay a dime in retainer or holding fees over this case. Call us at (800) 674-7852 for a free consultation.