Woman Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident on Highway 99 near Fresno Street [Fresno, CA]

1 Dead in Fresno Pedestrian Crash on Highway 99 near Fresno Street

 
FRESNO, CA (January 10, 2021) – Saturday morning, a woman died in a hit-and-run accident on Highway 99 near Fresno Street.
 
The Fresno Highway Patrol officers received a report of the incident at about 1:30 a.m. According to the report, a person was down on the shoulder of northbound Highway 99 near Fresno Street.
 
Moreover, the authorities confirmed that she succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
 
Meanwhile, the investigators said that the woman walked along the beginning of the off-ramp near Fresno Street. Then, the driver of an unknown vehicle hit her. Unfortunately, the driver failed to stop and help the woman without calling the authorities.
 
At this time, the driver and the suspect vehicle remain at large. Also, the authorities haven’t clarified whether they already determined the make and model of the involved vehicle.
 
Furthermore, the authorities haven’t confirmed whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash.
 
Moreover, the Fresno County Coroner didn’t release the identity of the woman.
 
On the other hand, the authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash to contact the CHP at 559-705-2200.
 

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We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the loved ones of the victim. May you find peace, comfort, and strength during this difficult time.
 

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Filing a Wrongful Death Claim

 
As the loved ones of the victim grieve this fatal Fresno pedestrian crash, Sweet Lawyers wants you to you do not have to face the aftermath alone.
 
Moreover, it is important to recognize that if you lose someone in an accident, you may recover damages through a wrongful death suit.
 
Also, a lawsuit gives the loved ones of a departed family member some semblance of justice.
 
“Our goal is to safeguard the legal rights of families in the wake of catastrophic accidents. Insurance companies only protect their interests, which is why we protect those of our clients, ” explains Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers.
 
If a loved one has been involved in a wrongful death accident, do not hesitate to reach out for help. The process of dealing with your loss, while fighting for justice, is never easy. Ultimately, this is necessary to alleviate some of the financial burdens after a serious pedestrian accident that causes irreversible damage. We wish to make this process as easy for you as possible. Thus, for more information, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free consultation with a legal professional.