RIVERSIDE, CA (NOVEMBER 6, 2023): A male pedestrian was struck and killed by a hit-and-run vehicle in Riverside Sunday afternoon, and the driver Jesus Rodriguez is in custody.
Riverside Police Sgt. James Elliot states that the incident was reported at 4:08 p.m. on Sunday at the intersection of University Avenue and Main Street. A Silver Honda Civic drove by Rodriguez was traveling eastbound on University Avenue when the vehicle struck the pedestrian in a crosswalk.
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Rodriguez then fled the scene, but was located and arrested shortly after.
The victim was rushed to Riverside Community Hospital by paramedics, but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries at the facility. His name and age are pending release upon notification of his next of kin.
Sgt. Elliot reveals that Rodriguez was located in San Jancinto, and was found to be intoxicated upon his arrest.
Rodriguez has been held in custody for suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and felony hit and run, according to Elliot.
The Riverside Police Department urges anyone with information regarding this collision to contact them. They continue to investigate this hit-and-run involving Jesus Rodriguez.
Liability In Riverside DUI Car Accidents
It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Pursuant to Tennessee Vehicle Code 55-10-401, “It is unlawful for any person to drive or to be in physical control of any automobile or other motor driven vehicle on any of the public roads and highways of the state, or on any streets or alleys, or while on the premises of any shopping center, trailer park or any apartment house complex, or any other premises that is generally frequented by the public at large, while:
(1) Under the influence of any intoxicant, marijuana, narcotic drug, or drug producing stimulating effects on the central nervous system; or
(2) The alcohol concentration in the person’s blood or breath is eight-hundredths of one percent (.08 %) or more.”
- Delayed reaction times
- Loss of muscle control
- Impaired judgment
- Lowered alertness
The family of any victim that has been injured or killed in a collision with a drunk driver may have legal recourse through a bodily injury or 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 unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating James Elliot’s DUI Case
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 the police. A thorough investigation must be conducted for the sake of all who have lost so much.
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