(Los Angeles, CA) Gregory Vaughn Simpson, 61, was killed when he was struck in a hit-and-run collision on Sunday, January 5. He was riding a scooter when it happened.
The crash occurred around 1 a.m. in the 100 block of East Manchester Avenue in South Los Angeles. A vehicle on Manchester struck Simpson as they were both traveling westbound. The motorist failed to stop and render aid.
Reports have not indicated that the suspect has been found. Simpson was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
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Liability in a Los Angeles Scooter Accident
California Vehicle Code 20002 states that one is guilty of misdemeanor hit-and-run if they left an accident scene, failed to identify themselves to the others involved in the accident, and damage occurred to someone else’s property.
A misdemeanor hit-and-run carries a maximum penalty of no more than six months in the county jail and a fine starting at $1,000 dollars. It also requires victim restitution and will result in points on one’s driving record.
A hit-and-run that results in injury or death is a felony, in accordance with California Vehicle Code 20003.
A felony hit-and-run that results in a non-serious injury can carry a penalty of up to 1 year in jail or prison. If the accident resulted in serious injury or death, a suspect could get 2 to 4 years in prison, and a fine ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. Like a misdemeanor hit-and-run, it also requires victim restitution and will result in points on one’s driving record.