Sacramento, CA – In the early hours of Sunday, June 1, 2025, a hit-and-run collision claimed the life of 22-year-old Kaleb Green, according to KSEE.
The Sacramento Police Department reports that the accident took place around 2:30 AM near the intersection of 6th and J Streets.
Officers responded to calls of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle and arrived to find Kaleb Green lying unresponsive in the roadway. Emergency personnel pronounced him dead at the scene.
The driver involved fled before officers arrived, and the case remains under investigation as a hit-and-run fatality.
Green, a Tulare native, had recently moved to Sacramento with his father for work. He was known for his love of football and his coaching involvement in youth sports. His family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for his end-of-life costs.
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.
