FRESNO, CA (October 13, 2022) – Rashad Al-Hakim Jr., 15, has passed away after remaining in critical condition following a collision in front of Hoover High School in Fresno.
The high school freshman was struck by a vehicle on October 4 at around 6 p.m., according to Fresno Police.
Initial reports say that the driver who struck Al-Hakim Jr. left the area without realizing she hit a student. Shortly after, she called the police saying she hit something on the road.
Fresno Police met with the woman after she called, where officers conducted a sobriety test.
After being hospitalized for several days, Rashad Al-Hakim Jr. sadly succumbed to his injuries.
His family set up a GoFundMe account to help with expenses.
Hoover High School has offered counseling and guidance for students who have been negatively impacted by this terrible news.
We at Accident News Now offer our deepest condolences to Rashad’s friends and family, and hope they can find peace during such a difficult time.
[via ABC News]
Liability In Fresno 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 Rashad Al-Hakim Jr.’s Pedestrian Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Rashad Al-Hakim Jr. 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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