Leticia Marquez Killed in Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Accident on Standard Avenue in Santa Ana
Leticia Marquez Dies in Santa Ana DUI Pedestrian Accident on Standard Avenue
Santa Ana, California (April 27, 2019) – The woman who was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Wednesday morning in Santa Ana has been identified as Leticia Marquez, 40, according to the Santa Ana Police Department.
The accident, which was reported just after midnight, April 24, occurred on Standard Avenue near Edinger Avenue.
The accident happened when 38-year-old Alberto Solano Diaz was traveling on Standard Avenue and hit Marquez.
Leticia Marquez Killed in Santa Ana Hit-And-Run Crash
Marquez sustained significant injuries following the accident. A police officer who was traveling on Standard Avenue found Marquez lying unconscious in the roadway and stopped to help her. Marquez was taken to a hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased.
Diaz was caught on surveillance cameras fleeing from the scene of the accident. The police officers later traced the suspect’s vehicle which sustained significant front-end damage. The police confirmed that the suspect was intoxicated at the time of the collision.
The investigation is still ongoing.
Many pedestrians are hurt and several others killed in accidents in California every year. The causes of many of these pedestrian accidents include distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. It is evident that negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
Our sincere sympathies go to the family and friends of the person killed in the crash. We wish them courage during these trying moments of losing their loved one.
Pedestrian laws require drivers to control their speeds and stop to allow pedestrians cross the roads whether in marked or unmarked crossing areas. The authorities are still investigating to find out if the victim was in a safe zone along the road when the accident occurred.
Upon conclusion of the examination of the crash scene photos, vehicle condition, and other factors including recklessness, intoxication and distracted driving, the victim’s family or loved ones may have a right to file a case and get compensation for their loss.
If you have lost someone you love in a fatal car accident, we highly recommend that you seek legal guidance and fight for justice. At Pacific Attorney Group, we go to a great length to ensure that an insurance company follows the law and offers a full compensation for your loss. Call our firm today, and we will help you get justice for your loved one.
If you are a family member of the person killed and would like to get a free copy of the accident report, please contact Pacific Attorney Group at 1-800-358-9617.
What You Need to Know about Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are always the most vulnerable segment of traffic. Data collected by The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) indicates that about 5000 pedestrians are killed in accidents and over 70000 injured annually. Although motorists shoulder most of the blame for these types of accidents, pedestrians are sometimes liable for these accidents.
In the event of an auto-pedestrian accident, parties are encouraged to note down as much information as possible about the accident. It is also a good idea to take pictures of the scene incident. Witness statements and police reports are also very important and should be collected promptly. The injured party can then approach a qualified personal injury attorney who will help them evaluate and pursue a claim. The injured pedestrian may recover damages including past and future wage loss, pain and suffering and all past and future medical expenses. If a pedestrian is killed in the collision, their families can pursue full compensation for their economic losses resulting from the death.
