Lawrence Harris Dies in Hit-and-Run Crash on Knott Avenue [Anaheim, CA]

Anaheim, CA (September 02, 2021) – On Sunday, 37-year-old Lawrence Harris of Buena Park dies, while police arrested 30-year-old John Edward Angulo of Orange, in a hit-and-run crash on Knott Avenue.

The fatal crash took place at night at the intersection with Orange Avenue.

Investigating officers said Angulo ran a red light and slammed his car into Harris’ vehicle. 

Then, he immediately fled on foot and left the accident scene. Officers later caught him sleeping in another vehicle near the crash scene.

Moreover, officers charged Angulo with gross vehicular manslaughter and hit-and-run with permanent and serious injury, with a sentencing enhancement for allegedly fleeing the scene of vehicular manslaughter. 

Meanwhile, he made his first court appearance Wednesday via a phone link from a hospital bed. He was ordered held on $150,000 bail and had his arraignment rescheduled for September 15 in the Central Justice Center in Santa Ana.

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Sweet Lawyers would like to express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Lawrence Harris. May you have courage during this difficult time.

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What Happens After Deadly Crash?

As the bereaved grieve, it is difficult to accept such a loss that could have been avoided.

Thus, it is crucial that the family of the victim becomes aware that they have the authority to file a wrongful death suit. It is a lawsuit that gives the loved ones of a departed family member some semblance of justice. It forces liable parties to become accountable for their actions.

Furthermore, a wrongful death claim is a civil action brought forth by relatives of a deceased victim whose death was caused by the negligence of another party. Holding the party responsible for your loved one’s passing accountable.

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