15-Year-Old Girl Dies in Suspected Hit-and-Run Incident in Ridgecrest
Ridgecrest, CA (October 29, 2024) Early Saturday morning, a teen was killed in a horrific traffic crash on Las Flores Avenue.
According to Ridgecrest Police, the fatal incident happened at about 2 a.m. in the 400 block of West Las Flores Avenue.
Reports say that a 15-year-old girl tragically lost her life early Saturday morning after Ridgecrest Police discovered her unresponsive in what appears to have been a vehicle-related incident.
Officers responded to a report of an unresponsive individual in the 400 block of West Las Flores Avenue. Upon arrival, they found the teen and immediately administered CPR and other life-saving efforts.
Paramedics from KCFD and Liberty Ambulance joined in providing emergency care, but the girl ultimately succumbed to her injuries.
The team at Sweet Lawyers extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of the young victim in the traffic crash on Las Flores Avenue. May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time.
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