Bakersfield, CA – On the morning of Thursday, October 30, 2025, a hit-and-run collision involving a pedestrian in a wheelchair claimed the life of 58-year-old Darryl Ray Mick, according to KBAK.
The Bakersfield Police Department reports that the accident took place around 6:25 AM in the 3600 block of O Street in Bakersfield.
Authorities said Mick, a Bakersfield resident, was crossing O Street in his wheelchair when he was struck by a vehicle traveling northbound at a high rate of speed. Investigators determined that he was outside of a marked crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact caused severe injuries, and Mick was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police said the driver of the vehicle fled immediately after the crash, leaving Mick in the roadway. The Bakersfield Police Department has since launched a hit-and-run investigation and is working to identify the vehicle and driver involved.
The Kern County Coroner’s Office later confirmed Mick’s identity. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the collision to contact the Bakersfield Police Department.
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.
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.
Bakersfield Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a Bakersfield Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
