1 Person Killed in Fresno Pedestrian Accident on El Monte Way
FRESNO, CA (February 11, 2021) – Tuesday night, authorities arrested Isaac Hernandez after a fatal crash on El Monte Way.
The incident occurred at about 10:30 p.m. on W. El Monte Way.
According to reports, the first car that struck the pedestrian was a gray Ford F-150.
A witness said that the truck driver stopped and attempted to move the victim out of the road. Then, the driver fled.
Thus, the witness went to help the pedestrian and attempted to slow down traffic. However, another vehicle struck the pedestrian without stopping.
Eventually, the second vehicle’s driver went to Dinuba Police Department and turned himself in. Authorities took 25-year-old Isaac Hernandez into custody. Moreover, authorities booked him into the Tulare County Jail on vehicular manslaughter and hit and run charges.
Meanwhile, the identity of the deceased is being withheld due to pending family notification.
The authorities urged anyone with information about the incident to contact the Dinuba Police Department at (559) 591-5911 or 591-TIP1 to remain anonymous.
We extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the victim.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents
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Also, an attorney’s goal is to safeguard the legal rights of families in the wake of catastrophic accidents.
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“Our firm works tirelessly to ensure that the people we work for are granted the highest restitution possible. Although nothing can bring back those dearly departed, we strive to secure the future of our clients, protecting them from further losses,” explains Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers.
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