1-Year-Old Girl Killed in San Diego Pedestrian Accident on Redwood Street near 39th Street
SAN DIEGO, CA (September 26, 2022) – Saturday night, authorities arrested Margarito Angeles-Vargas after a fatal hit-and-run crash on Redwood Street.
According to the San Diego Police Department, the incident happened at around 6:45 p.m. Also, the collision occurred at the 3900 block of Redwood Street near 39th Street in a neighborhood of City Heights.
Reports revealed that a 1999 Toyota 4Runner struck a one-year-old girl who wandered into the streets for still unknown reasons. Then, the vehicle driver fled the scene after the collision.
Moreover, responders rushed the victim to a hospital where she later succumbed to her injuries.
Furthermore, officers managed to locate and arrest the hit-and-run driver, 45-year-old Margarito Angeles-Vargas for murder. Also, authorities booked Margarito on suspicion of felony drunk driving and hit-and-run, and driving with a suspended license.
Meanwhile, the incident remained under investigation.
Sweet Lawyers sends our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim.
Moving Forward After the Crash Involving Margarito Angeles-Vargas
The loss of a family member is irreversible. Thus, it is in the best interest of you and your family to be aware of what to do next.
Filing a wrongful death claim after the crash on Redwood Street will help alleviate the financial burden the death of a relative has generated.
“Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family the space to heal. At the same time, ensuring that justice is brought to your loved one,” says Mark Sweet, of Sweet Lawyers.
If you lost someone you love in a similar pedestrian accident, you do not have to face the aftermath alone. Moreover, we strive for legal representation that encourages families to remain strong and find hope in their future. Above all, we understand the gravity of the situation at hand and want to help you. Moreover, with our seasoned wrongful death lawyers, you will only need to tend to your well-being while we focus on your legal claim. Furthermore, our attorneys will ensure that you and your family receive the justice and compensation you deserve. Thus, for more information, call us now for a free consultation at (800) 674 7852.