Stockton, CA – According to Fox40, a 60-year-old male pedestrian lost his life Tuesday night, September 10, 2024, after being struck by a vehicle near March Lane and Venetian Drive.
Stockton Police responded to the scene shortly after receiving reports of the collision around 6:45 PM.
When officers arrived, they found the man unresponsive. Despite efforts to help him, the man passed away at the scene. His identity has not yet been released, pending notification of family.
According to the Stockton Police Department, a 23-year-old driver was identified as the suspect in the collision and was later arrested. The driver is facing felony charges related to the incident. No further details have been released regarding the charges, but authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.
Stockton Police have not disclosed whether speed or impairment were factors. The investigation remains ongoing as they work to determine what led to the fatal accident.
Pedestrian Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Motorists bear an added responsibility, known as the “Duty of Care,” towards pedestrians due to their heightened vulnerability in car accidents, often leading to pedestrian fatalities.
For those who have lost someone in a vehicular fatality, a Wrongful Death claim, made with the help of an experienced personal injury attorney, can provide compensation to alleviate the financial strain of laying their loved one to rest.
If the at-fault driver evades legal consequences, compensation might still be accessible through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Seeking advice from a personal injury attorney can help ascertain the most suitable options in such circumstances.
Martin Gasparian is the founder of Maison Law, a California Personal Injury Law Firm. Martin is a graduate of Georgetown University Law School and has been practicing law in California 2004. His practice focuses on helping injury victims know their rights and recover just compensation.
