Ricardo Meza of Ceres Killed in Whitmore Avenue Accident [Ceres, CA]

Ceres, CA (Aug. 9, 2023) – On Monday night, 64-year-old Ricardo Meza of Ceres sustained fatal injuries following a Whitmore Avenue accident.

The authorities said Ricardo Meza was walking north across Whitmore Avenue at Rose Avenue minutes before 9 p.m. 

Unfortunately, Meza was struck by a westbound 2007 Chevy Tahoe before reaching the north side of the street.

Meza sustained major head trauma and was transported to Doctors Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later. According to public records, Meza lived approximately seven blocks from the crash scene.

The Tahoe driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

In the meantime, drugs are and/or alcohol are not suspected factors in the accident. 

Please contact Officer Aaron Pinon at 209-538-5700 ext. 1011 or by email at [email protected]. if you have witnessed this incident.

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We extend our condolences to the families and friends of Ricardo Meza. May you find peace and strength in this time of sorrow.

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Ricardo Meza Fatally Struck by Vehicle

Like the pedestrian accident on Rose Avenue, unexpected death could happen at any time.

Sometimes, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.

Thus, knowing that when a person dies or is killed 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, pedestrian collisions, police brutality, and any other instance caused by the wrongdoing of another person.

When the bereaved files for a wrongful death claim, economic and non-economic damages are taken into consideration. These can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, loss of companionship, and much more.

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To the loved ones of Ricardo Meza, our litigators here at Sweet Lawyers would love to tell you more about a possible wrongful death case. Reach out to us at (800) 674 7852.

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