Woman Dead in Tragic Hit-And-Run Crash on 5700 Division Street [San Diego, CA]

Police Search for Hit-And-Run Driver after Crash on 5700 Division Street in San Diego

San Diego, CA (September 27, 2023) – On Friday night, a 42-year-old woman died in a hit-and-run crash on 5700 Division Street.

The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 22.

The San Diego Police Department said a 42-year-old woman was pushing a shopping cart along the right shoulder of eastbound 5700 Division Street when a car traveling eastbound hit the pedestrian and fled the scene. 

The victim died at the crash scene.

A witness told police the car was a dark, four-door sedan. According to the Crime Stoppers news release, investigators found surveillance video from near the accident and collected evidence at the scene.

The initial investigation indicates the suspect car may be a black 2011 to 2015 Chevrolet Cruze.

“The vehicle will be missing its right-side mirror and the plastic line from inside the right front wheel well,” the release says. “There should be significant damage to the right front corner of the vehicle and its windshield.

If you have any information for police about the identity or location of the suspect and the car, reach out to SDPD at 858-573-5002. You can stay anonymous with your tip by contacting Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.

You could earn a $1,000 reward for sharing a tip that leads to an arrest in this case.

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We at Sweet Lawyers extend our sympathy and condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased victim. May the bereaved find strength and comfort in this difficult time.

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WHAT TO DO AFTER A FATAL CRASH ON 5700 DIVISION STREET?

Losing a loved one can be overwhelming, and victims may struggle with sadness, anger, guilt, and regret. In addition to grief, fatal accident victims may also face financial struggles. The sudden loss of a loved one can have significant financial implications, including funeral and burial expenses, medical bills, and loss of income. Victims may struggle to cope with these expenses, which can add to their emotional burden.

Moreover, fatal accident victims may also struggle with feelings of injustice and frustration. Knowing that the driver who caused the accident was NEGLIGENT, it can feel like the accident was preventable. Victims may also feel that the driver did not receive adequate punishment for their actions, which can add to their frustration and anger.

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“Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family the space to heal while ensuring that justice is brought to your loved one,” says Mark Sweet, a seasoned attorney at Sweet Lawyers.

Our attorneys will guide you and carefully look into your situation after a similar fatal hit-and-run crash on 5700 Division Street to present you with the best legal options. Call our offices now at (800) 674-7852 and let us help you deal with the legal process. Sweet Lawyers understand that the pain of dealing with the wrongful death of your loved one is indescribable. Let us help you ease your burden and leave this to our care. Call us now for a free case evaluation with no obligation.