Anaheim, CA (September 2, 2024) – Early Monday morning, a hit-and-run accident claimed the life of Agustin Chavez at a local intersection.
Accident Details: After hitting Chavez, the driver responsible for the tragic event fled the scene, leaving Chavez injured and lying in the street. Anaheim police are investigating the incident, but there is no available description of the vehicle or driver. Chavez’s family is urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward to help police find the person responsible.
Legal Considerations: As a personal injury attorney, I find that determining liability in hit-and-run accidents like this one can be challenging, especially when the responsible driver has yet to be identified. Anaheim police will likely focus on obtaining surveillance footage from nearby businesses or homes, seeking eyewitnesses, and monitoring local auto body shops for suspicious repairs.
If the driver is found, they could face serious criminal charges for fleeing the scene. In addition, Chavez’s family may be able to file a claim for civil damages. This claim is called a wrongful death claim, and Chavez’s family may be able to recover compensation for their loss.
I offer my sincerest condolences to Agustin Chavez’s family and friends during this challenging time. His family has set up a GoFundMe account to help with final expenses. Please contribute if you can.
Source: ABC 7