California Highway Patrol Seeks Driver Who Fatally Struck Pedestrian in Unincorporated Riverside County and Fled the Scene [Mead Valley , CA]

Mead Valley , CA (April 8, 2024): (KTLA) –

In the quiet early hours of  Monday morning, tragedy struck in unincorporated Mead Valley in Riverside County. The California Highway Patrol is urgently seeking information about a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the loss of a pedestrian’s life.

Pedestrian Death at Cajalco and Decker Rd. in Riverside County
Pedestrian Fatality at Cajalco and Decker Rd. in Riverside County

Reported to authorities around 7:40 a.m., the collision occurred in Mead Valley, near the crossroads of Cajalco and Decker roads. 

Shockingly, the pedestrian, a 37-year-old resident of Perris, was found lifeless on the shoulder.

The details are chilling: the pedestrian was struck sometime between 3:15 a.m. and 7 a.m., leaving a significant time gap before the incident was reported. The driver responsible callously fled the scene, leaving the victim behind, potentially for several hours.

The call for justice resounds loudly. Investigators are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward and assist in the investigation. If you witnessed the incident or have any relevant details, please contact investigators at 951-637-8000.

In the wake of this heartbreaking event, the community stands together, advocating for accountability and safety on our roads. Let us unite in support of the victim’s family and in pursuit of justice for all affected by this senseless tragedy.

Our law firm extends our deepest sympathies to the friends and family of the victim who are mourning the loss of their loved one.

It’s important to have experienced wrongful death lawyers on your side when losing a loved one in a pedestrian accident. Call us at 1-888-965-3827 for a free and confidential case evaluation. You can reach us 24 hours a day and 7 days a week by phone, text, and online chat.

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Source:https://ktla.com/news/local-news/driver-sought-in-fatal-hit-and-run-in-inland-empire/

Map showing the corner of Decker and Cajalco Road

Kevin Crockett

Kevin Crockett

Kevin Crockett is an award-winning personal injury lawyer who understands the impact an accident can have on someone’s life. That’s why he aggressively fights for each of his clients.

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