Sylmar, CA (February 27, 2020) – According to police in Los Angeles, an alleged hit-and-run collision claimed the life of a pedestrian at the intersection of Hubbard Street and Dronfield Avenue. The fatal accident was reported on Wednesday evening, February 26^th, at approximately 6:51 p.m.

Authorities stated that a female pedestrian was walking in the area when she was struck at or near the intersection. The vehicle involved, described as a white colored Mustang, fled the scene before police arrived.

Emergency medical responders found the victim lying in the roadway and sadly pronounced her deceased at the scene. Police are continuing to look for the suspect as part of an ongoing investigation into this incident.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the victim at this time.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in California

Across the U.S., at least one fatal auto-pedestrian collision occurs roughly every two hours, according to countrywide statistics. Pedestrian accidents in California, like anywhere else, generally result in terribly serious and often fatal injuries. These types of accidents are commonly caused by many factors such as the irresponsible actions of negligent drivers. During what is a tragic and devastating time, obtaining compassionate representation to protect your rights is tremendously important.

At The May Firm, our accident attorneys are committed to holding negligent and blatantly criminal drivers accountable for the devastation they cause. If you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident because of a reckless, criminal, or otherwise negligent driver, please don’t hesitate to leave us a message or call (844) 629-3476 for a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys today.

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Disclaimer: Our firm is providing this post for general information and to help the public avoid similar situations, but also prepare them should they find themselves a victim. We strive to honor those who have been victims of accidents in the state of California.  Victims should seek assistance from legal or medical professionals and not view this post as any type of legal or medical advice.  The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.