Long Beach, CA (December 12, 2023) – 78 year old Yolanda Hernandez, a resident of Long Beach, was tragically killed on Saturday, December 9th, after a serious hit-and-run crash on Atlantic Avenue in Long Beach, California. According to the Long Beach Post News, the accident took place around 5:25 p.m.
According to the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD), Hernandez was walking on Atlantic Avenue when she was struck by a southbound vehicle. The driver initially fled the scene of the accident but later returned and was cooperative with authorities. The driver was later identified as 32 year old Ronald Quispe.
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Paramedics from the Long Beach Fire Department were dispatched to the scene to assist Hernandez, but unfortunately she succumbed to her injuries and died at the scene. She was later identified by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner.
The LBPD is investigating the hit-and-run death of Yolanda Hernandez. At this time, they have arrested Ronald Quispe under charges of felony hit-and-run.
Liability In Long Beach Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Per trip, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash.” There are a number of factors that could lead to a pedestrian collision including:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The family of any victim that died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating The Death of Yolanda Hernandez
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the victim. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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