(South Los Angeles, California) A man who was struck by a hit-and-run vehicle in South Los Angeles on 69th street was Identified as 83-year-old Akil Batani-Khalfani.
According to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner, Batani-Khalfani was fatally struck by a motor vehicle just last Wednesday on September 30th. He was walking outside of a crosswalk in Central Avenue when a vehicle that traveled southbound, struck him and left the scene without rendering aid.
The Los Angeles Fire Department Personnel arrived at the scene, but Batani-Khalfani was shortly pronounced dead. The description of the vehicle and driver were not known to the public.
Legal Analysis on the 69th Street Hit-and-Run Accident
When a collision involves a pedestrian crossing a marked or unmarked crosswalk, investigators often review the right of way law codes, and consequences that the driver may face.
Investigators would review the California Vehicle Code 21950 given the fact that this law requires drivers to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians when approaching an unmarked or marked crosswalk. The driver violated this code law by not giving the right-of-way to the pedestrian approaching outside of a cross walk.
Because the driver didn’t yield to the pedestrian, they would face serious charges under California Penal Code 193.5 for driving in an unlawful manner. This will result in the driver facing two to six years in state prison.
Advice to the Khalfani Family
To the family of Akil Batani-Khalfani, we understand that going through this difficult loss can be stressful, emotional and financially difficult. Receiving support from family and friends can be beneficial at a time like this. If you want to learn more about the investigation, you can contact the Los Angeles Medical Examiners or the police department as they may answer any questions you have.
Have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this incident? call 866-883-4318 to speak with a lawyer.
