Petaluma, CA – On the afternoon of Thursday, April 3, 2026, a pedestrian hit-and-run left a 10-year-old child injured and led to the arrest of Ron Jones, 63, of Petaluma, according to NBC Bay Area.
The Petaluma Police Department reports that the accident took place around 4:12 PM at the intersection of Washington and Howard Streets.
Authorities said the child was walking in a marked crosswalk when he was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene without stopping. Witnesses at the scene provided the fleeing vehicle’s license plate to police, who traced it to the registered owner’s address. Jones was subsequently located and taken into custody.
Jones was arrested on suspicion of felony driving under the influence with a blood alcohol level above 0.08 percent and felony hit-and-run with injury. The child was expected to make a full recovery. The investigation remains ongoing.
California DUI Law
Section 23153(a) of the California Vehicle Code (CVC) states that it is illegal for any driver to “Operate a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs and, as a result, cause bodily injury to someone else.”
Hit-and-Runs and Wrongful Death Claims
The compensation provided by a wrongful death claim can financially support families grieving the loss of a loved one due to another person’s negligence. These funds can go toward hospital bills, burial expenses, and help support any dependents of the deceased.
In cases where the at-fault party escapes justice, families may still be able to pursue compensation through their own uninsured driver coverage. A personal injury attorney can offer guidance on what options they may have available and negotiate with insurance companies to ensure that victims receive the best settlement possible.
California Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a California pedestrian accident lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
