Woman, 78, Fatally Struck by Vehicle Monday Evening
SACRAMENTO (November 6, 2017)- According to the Sacramento Police Department, Consuelo Duenas, 78, of Sacramento, was fatally struck by a vehicle as a pedestrian Monday evening.
The incident occurred at roughly 5:40 p.m. at the intersection of 24th Street and Glen Ellen Circle.
The victim, Consuelo Duenas, tragically sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene prior to the arrival of paramedics.
Sacramento police officials confirmed the driver of the vehicle did indeed remain at the scene and was open to questioning following the collision.
Authorities are currently investigating this matter as liability is uncertain at this time.
We offer our warmest of thoughts, our prayers, and condolences to the family members of Ms. Consuelo Duenas as they search for peace and comfort.
Sacramento Wrongful Death Lawyer
Based on this news report, it remains unclear what exactly occurred here as there are still several unanswered questions. Was the driver under the influence of alcohol or drugs? Did excessive speed or distracted driving play a role? Was the driver negligent in any other way? Was the victim crossing the street within the means of a marked crosswalk? Was the victim jaywalking? We trust officials are looking into these and other factors in order to determine precisely what occurred here and why.
In such cases where negligence or wrongdoing may have been a factor, family members of Ms. Consuelo Duenas may be entitled to a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver pending the results of the investigation. If there is even 1% liability on behalf of the driver, the family members of the victim may seek compensation for damages including medical expenses, funeral costs, and loss of love and companionship.
If your family has lost a loved as a result of a tragic accident and you are left with answers on what steps to take, contact our Sacramento wrongful death attorneys today at 800-235-6801.
Sacramento Wrongful Death Lawyer
Based on this news report, it remains unclear what exactly occurred here as there are still several unanswered questions. Was the driver under the influence of alcohol or drugs? Did excessive speed or distracted driving play a role? Was the driver negligent in any other way? Was the victim crossing the street within the means of a marked crosswalk? Was the victim jaywalking? We trust officials are looking into these and other factors in order to determine precisely what occurred here and why.
In such cases where negligence or wrongdoing may have been a factor, family members of Ms. Consuelo Duenas may be entitled to a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver pending the results of the investigation. If there is even 1% liability on behalf of the driver, the family members of the victim may seek compensation for damages including medical expenses, funeral costs, and loss of love and companionship.
If your family has lost a loved as a result of a tragic accident and you are left with answers on what steps to take, contact our Sacramento wrongful death attorneys today at 800-235-6801.
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