DINUBA, CA (SEPTEMBER 3, 2023): 55-year-old Maria Orellana Majano has been identified as the hit-and-run driver that fatally injured a pedestrian at a Dinuba intersection.
The Dinuba Police Department reported to an injured man lying in the roadway in the area of El Monte Way and Dickey Avenue at around 9:20 p.m. The victim, a 59-year-old man, was rushed to an area hospital for the treatment of life-threatening injuries.
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The man unfortunately succumbed to his injuries and died at the hospital.
Detectives reveal Majano initially fled westbound on El Monte Way. With the description of a red vehicle, Reedly police were able locate Majano and her vehicle.
Authorities state they will not be releasing the identity of the victim at this time. They continue to investigate this fatal hit-and-run involving Maria Orellana Majano.
Liability In Dinuba 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 A Hit-and-Run by Maria Orellana Majano
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man killed in this collision. 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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