Man Hit and Killed by Vehicle at 7th Standard Road
BAKERSFIELD, CA (April 7, 2023) – Early Monday morning, a hit-and-run pedestrian crash on Highway 99 left one person dead. The incident happened on April 3rd, just after 1:00 a.m., near the southbound lanes of Highway 99 at 7th Standard Road. According to reports, a pedestrian was walking on the onramp of the freeway. There, a vehicle struck him. The impact of the collision left the pedestrian with fatal injuries. Following the collision, the involved vehicle did not stop to render aid to the victim and instead drove away. Emergency crews at the site of the collision pronounced the man dead at the scene. At this time, there is no information available about the suspect. However an active investigation in currently underway. Additionally, police encourage to the hit-and-run on Highway 99 to contact the CHP in Bakersfield at 661-396-6600.The Sweet James law firm sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victim who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.
Losing someone in a hit-and-run crash is always a traumatic experience for the surviving family. At Sweet James, they understand that the death of a loved one can leave a lasting impact on your emotional and financial well-being, and they are here to help. Their wrongful death attorneys understand that the legal issues impose challenges to those involved. Let them help you through the legal process so that you can focus on the welfare of your family. Call their office today (800) 900-0000 to arrange a free and confidential case evaluation. For more accident news, click here.
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