Lancaster, CA (September 9, 2024) – A tragic hit-and-run accident in Lancaster claimed the life of 48-year-old Guillermina Valencia on Monday night.
Accident Details: Valencia was struck by a red four-door sedan at around 10:30 p.m. at the intersection of Third Street East and Avenue I, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver responsible for the accident fled immediately after striking Valencia, and authorities are still searching for more information about the suspect’s identity. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department urges anyone with information to contact the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station.
Legal Considerations: As a personal injury attorney, I find that several aspects of this case warrant further examination. Hit-and-run cases can be particularly challenging because of the lack of immediate accountability, but investigating details like the make and model of the car, the point of impact, and even local patterns of reckless driving in the area can help uncover critical clues.
Once the driver is identified, both civil and criminal proceedings may follow. This tragic hit-and-run incident underscores the severity of driver negligence. The driver may face criminal charges for fleeing the scene, and the family could pursue a wrongful death claim to recover damages. In California, victims’ families can seek compensation for medical costs, funeral expenses, and loss of companionship, among other damages.
I offer my sincerest condolences to the family of Guillermina Valencia during this challenging time.
Source: My News LA