LOS ANGELES, CA (August 16, 2022) – A pedestrian was killed in the Mid-City area (now identified as Rafael Cabrera) of Los Angeles. Authorities sought the public’s help today to find one or more motorists involved in the hit-and-run death of the pedestrian in the Mid-City area.
The man, in his 30s, was struck about 10:10 p.m. Monday in the 5000 block of Venice Boulevard, and he died at the scene, according to the Los Angeles Police Department and reports from the scene. His name was withheld, pending notification of his relatives.
According to the LAPD, the pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk, was hit by a dark-colored SUV that was eastbound on Venice Boulevard.
“The vehicle continued eastbound (on) Venice Boulevard and failed to stop,” according to an LAPD statement. “A second dark-colored sports utility vehicle may have also been involved, but it has not been determined at this time.”
No description was available of either motorist. A standing reward of up to $50,000 has been offered by the city of Los Angeles for help in solving this fatal hit-and-run crime that killed a pedestrian in Mid-City.
Anyone with information about the case was urged to call the LAPD West Traffic Division at 213-473-0234, or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS. Tipsters may also use the website www.lacrimestoppers.org.
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UPDATE August 17, 2022: Rafael Cabrera, 41, has been identified as the victim who was killed in this hit-and-run crash.
Liability In Los Angeles 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 Rafael Cabrera’s Hit-and-Run Crash
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Rafael Cabrera. 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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