Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Hit-and-Run Driver on Highway 101 in Montecito
MONTECITO, CA (March 23, 2019) – A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Saturday morning in Montecito, authorities said.
The fatal crash happened just after 2:00 a.m. on southbound Highway 101 at San Ysidro Road.
Details of how the crash occurred were not immediately available, but responding officers located the pedestrian lying in the second lane of the highway with fatal injuries.
The responsible driver reportedly pulled over to the check the victim, but then fled the scene.
The Ventura CHP officers eventually stopped the driver.
The right slow lane of southbound Highway 101 was closed at San Ysidro Road and motorists were asked to expect some delays.
No identifying information is being released at this time.
Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact the Santa Barbara CHP office at 805-967-1234 on weekdays and ask for Officer Vasquez or call the CHP’s Ventura Dispatch at 805-477-4174.
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the victim. We hope that the investigation of authorities will end up bringing justice wherever it is due.
If you have lost a loved one in an accident caused by negligence of another party, do not hesitate to file a case in court. Our experienced wrongful death attorney at The Sweet Law Group will fight for you in your pursuit of justice. We will ensure that you get a fair financial compensation for your loss and other damages that you might experience. For more information, contact our hotline today at(800) 674 7852 and schedule a free consultation.
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