Heather Martinez Killed and Kenia Rodriguez Arrested in Crash on Highway 180 [Fresno, CA]

Heather Martinez Killed and Kenia Rodriguez Arrested in Crash on Highway 180 [Fresno, CA]
Heather Martinez Killed and Kenia Rodriguez Arrested in Crash on Highway 180 [Fresno, CA]

[UPDATE] Heather Martinez Dead After Fresno Pedestrian Accident on Highway 180

 
FRESNO, CA (June 29, 2020) – On Sunday morning, Heather Martinez died in a crash on Highway 180 near Centerville.
 
According to CHP officers, 42-year-old Heather Martinez traveled on Highway 180 near Piedra. However, she stopped on the road at about 2:30 a.m.
 
Afterward, Martinez exited her car and walked into lanes of traffic. Unfortunately, 32-year-old Kenia Rodriguez then struck her.
 
The authorities revealed that Rodriguez briefly stopped. However, she continued driving down the highway.
 
Eventually, the officers managed to catch her and they found out that she was under the influence.
 
At this time, it’s still unclear why Heather Martinez walked onto the road. Thus, the authorities continue to investigate the fatal crash on Highway 180.


Our thoughts and condolences are with the loved ones of Heather Martinez.



 

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in California

 
According to the CDC, almost half (47%) of crashes that resulted in a pedestrian death involved alcohol for the driver and/or the pedestrian.
 
“Pedestrian accidents do not occur as much as motor vehicle accidents, but pedestrian accidents tend to include more serious injuries,” reminds Tyler Toomey, a practicing attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
 
If you or a loved one has been involved in a similarpedestrian accident, call Sweet Lawyers. Above all, we believe that no bereaved family should have to carry this burden alone. We are here to help you maximize your recovery, while we exhaust every avenue for you to receive the restitution you deserve. Our firm will commit our resources and years of experience to bring justice for your loss. Therefore, let us handle your case, so we can begin to take care of all the nitty-gritty details. Give us a call at (800) 674 7852. Additionally, our office can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 

 

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