Sacramento, CA (August 30, 2023) – A female cyclist was tragically killed on Sunday, August 27th, in an Oak Park hit-and-run collision on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The accident took place around 2:00 a.m. that day near 21st Avenue.
At this time, the police do not know much about the accident. The cyclist, who was riding on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, was struck by a vehicle. The driver then fled the scene.
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Paramedics arrived at the scene to help the woman, but sadly her injuries were too severe and she was pronounced dead at the scene. The woman’s identity has not been revealed at this time.
Police are urgently investigating the Oak Park hit-and-run, hoping to identify a suspect in the woman’s death.
Liability In Sacramento Bicycle Accidents
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting bicyclists and other pedestrians. According to California Vehicle Code 21200, “A person riding a bicycle or operating a pedicab upon a highway has all the rights and is subject to all the provisions applicable to the driver of a vehicle by this division, including, but not limited to, provisions concerning driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages or drugs, and by Division 10.” There are number of common causes of motorcycle accidents including:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Driver fatigue
- Prescription drug use
- Inclement weather
The family of any victim that died in a car accident may be able to seek justice through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and funeral expenses. It is extremely important that evidence is properly preserved and protected after an accident. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating the Oak Park Hit-and-Run
We at Accident News Now extend condolences to the family of the cyclist killed in this accident. Any person that may have seen what happened should reach out to police as they continue their investigation. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of those who have lost so much.
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