Humberto Flores Arrested in Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash near 55 Freeway
Orange, CA (November 25, 2023) On Thursday evening, Manuel Ortiz and another person were fatally struck in a suspected DUI crash on North Shattuck Place.
According to the Orange Police Department, the fatal hit-and-run crash happened around 8 p.m. near the 55 Freeway.
Reports say that a Ford F-250, driven by 26-year-old Humberto Flores hits a parked Chevy Silverado. Unfortunately, Ortiz and another man was standing near the Chevy when the collision happened.
Authorities say that both men were killed in the collision, afterward, Flores fled the scene on foot, police were able to catch him a short time later.
Police says that Flores is facing multiple charges including two counts of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, DUI causing death and fleeing the scene of a crash.
Moreover, Ortiz’s family and friends set up a GoFundMe page to help with funeral expenses.
Sweet Lawyers express sympathies to the bereaved families of Manuel Ortiz and the other man who died in the suspected DUI crash on North Shattuck Place. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.
Hit-and-Run Crash near 55 Freeway: What Can Manuel Ortiz’s Family Do?
Nowadays, traffic accidents can happen at any time. Unfortunately, there are times when a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.
When someone dies due to another’s negligence or misconduct, the bereaved can sue the negligent parties for the damages that they caused.
Some of the situations that could result in a wrongful death are homicide, medical malpractice, transportation accidents, and incidents like the hit-and-run crash near 55 Freeway
Additionally, when the bereaved files for a wrongful death claim, economic and non-economic damages are accounted for. These can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, and loss of companionship.
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To the loved ones of those who were killed in a traffic collision, our lawyers will exhaust their best to ensure you get the maximum settlement. Indeed, they will speak to witnesses, analyze evidence, and obtain important data that will help your case.
Moreover, our legal experts 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.
Our litigators here at Sweet Lawyers would love to tell you more about a possible wrongful death case. So, reach out to us at (800) 674 7852 now.