Edgar Castillo Hit by Vehicle, Killed on Highway 101 Off-Ramp in Ventura, Jan. 1
Edgar Castillo ID’d as Man Killed in Ventura Pedestrian Accident on Highway 101 Off-Ramp to California Street
Ventura, California (January 2, 2019) – The 24-year-old man who was struck and killed by a vehicle early Tuesday morning in Ventura has been identified as Edgar Castillo, of Ventura, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The tragic accident was reported at about 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 1 on the northbound Highway 101 off-ramp to California Street.
The CHP said Castillo was hit by a sedan that was heading northbound on the off-ramp. The driver stopped at the scene and complied with authorities.
Castillo was declared dead at the scene of the accident.
The crash remains under investigation.
Our sincere sympathies go to the family and friends of Castillo. We wish them courage during these trying moments of losing their loved one.
The law requires drivers to slow down and give the right of way to pedestrians in both marked and unmarked crosswalks.
Investigators will inspect the vehicle involved for mechanical issues or system failure and analyze photographs of the site of the crash. They will also determine if the driver was intoxicated as at the time of the accident.
The final results of the case will determine if a family member may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit and receive compensation.
We at Pacific Attorney Group will work with you to protect your rights and assist you on your recovery.
If you are a family member of the person killed and would like a free copy of the police report, please contact Pacific Attorney Group at 1-800-358-9617
