Ricardo Cendejas Dies in Hit-and-Run Crash on South First Street [San Jose, CA]

Ricardo Cendejas of San Jose Fatally Struck on South First Street, Amber Chavez Arrested

 
San Jose, CA (April 27, 2021) – On April 8, 33-year-old Ricardo Cendejas of San Jose was struck by a vehicle driven by Amber Chavez, also of San Jose, on South First Street.
 
Moreover, the fatal crash took place at approximately 4:57 p.m. at the 1100 block area.
 
When officers arrived at the scene, they found Cendejas suffering from life-threatening injuries.
 
Right away, emergency responders took him to a hospital, where he died on April 16.
 
Officers said the suspect was connected to a carjacking and allegedly used the vehicle as a weapon to intentionally attack the victim. However, the authorities did not release any information about a motive in this incident.
 
Moreover, on April 20, police arrested Amber Chavez on suspicion of homicide, carjacking, and assault with a deadly weapon.
 
Please contact Detective Sgt. Hamblin #3600 or Detective Rak #3994 of the San Jose Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (408) 277-5283 if you have further details about this San Jose accident.
 
Meanwhile, anyone wishing to remain anonymous may call the Crime Stoppers hotline at 408-947-7867.

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Sweet Lawyers would like to express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ricardo Cendejas. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

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What Ricardo Cendejas’ Loved Ones Can Do

 
While assigning blame is usually one of the last things you would consider doing in a time of a devastating loss, it is important to make sure your family is covered in the face of tragedy.
 
It is likely that the family of the victim is entitled to significant compensation via a wrongful death claim. It is a claim brought against a defendant who has caused someone’s death, either through negligence or as a result of some intentional action. Holding the party responsible for your loved one’s passing accountable is important.
 
Depending on the type of situation, settlements can be anywhere from several hundred thousand dollars to tens of millions of dollars.
 
Therefore, having legal representation can help you attain compensation on medical bills, loss of earnings, future medicals, pain and suffering, loss of consortium, and more.
 
So, call Sweet Lawyers now at (800) 674 7852. Our team of legal experts would be really glad to assist you with your legal concerns. We are open any time of the day, and any day of the week.