Modesto, CA – On the early morning of Sunday, June 22, 2025, a hit-and-run collision resulted in fatal injuries to a female pedestrian, according to KCRA.
The Modesto Police Department reports that the crash occurred around 1:30 AM near the intersection of Yosemite Boulevard and Severin Avenue.
Officers responded to a call regarding a pedestrian down in the roadway and located the unresponsive woman upon arrival. Emergency personnel performed CPR before transporting her to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.
Investigators determined that the woman had been crossing Yosemite Boulevard when she was struck by a Toyota traveling westbound. The driver, identified as Eloy Sergio Diaz, 27, of Modesto, fled the scene following the collision.
Police located and arrested Diaz shortly before 3:15 AM. He faces multiple charges, including felony DUI, hit-and-run, and vehicular manslaughter. The identity of the deceased pedestrian has not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.
Modesto Police continue to investigate the incident and are asking anyone with information or who may have witnessed the collision to come forward.
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.
