Sacramento, CA – On the evening of Saturday, April 26, 2025, a hit-and-run collision resulted in the death of a pedestrian, according to The Sacramento Bee.
The Sacramento Police Department reports that the accident took place around 8:30 PM near the intersection of Lemon Hill Avenue and the 65th Street Expressway.
Authorities stated that officers responded to a report of a collision and found a man who had been struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver involved fled before emergency responders arrived, and no description of the suspect vehicle has been released.
The section of 65th Street Expressway between Elder Creek Road and Lemon Hill Avenue was closed during the investigation and drivers were urged to avoid the area.
Detectives from the Major Collision Investigation Unit and crime scene investigators assumed control of the scene and are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash.
California Hit-and-Run Laws
California Law requires drivers involved in a collision to stop their vehicle, notify law enforcement, and exchange insurance information with others involved. Failure to do so, considered to be a “hit-and-run,” is a misdemeanor in cases of property damage and a felony when someone has been injured.
Pedestrian Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Drivers have a Duty of Care towards pedestrians, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for bicyclists with whom they share the road and, if a fatal collision occurs, staying with the victim, alerting emergency responders, and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
For those who lose a loved one in a bicycle accident, filing a Wrongful Death claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, and other related damages.
Should the at-fault driver avoid legal consequences, compensation might still be available through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Consulting with a personal injury attorney can help determine the best options in such cases.
