Emily Echeverria, 11, Dies Lancaster Car Accident
LANCASTER (July 21, 2017) – An 11-year-old girl gravely injured in an alleged hit-and-run crash Tuesday at 20th Street East and Lancaster Boulevard has died, according to The Antelope Valley Times.
The young victim, Lancaster resident Emily Tovar Echeverria, succumbed to her injuries at a hospital on Thursday.
As per the article, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said Echeverria was riding as a passenger in one of the two vehicles involved. The two cars collided and became disabled just after midnight at the intersection.
Lancaster Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash
It was believed that the suspect, 25-year-old Eduardo Medrano Jr., left the scene in a gold or tan Infiniti 4-door sedan with a license number 6MWM091, which reportedly drove up to the accident site. Medrano turned himself into police on Friday evening, July 21.
Authorities are also considering the driver of the Infiniti sedan as a “person of interest” in the incident which remains under investigation.
We are deeply saddened by the news of this tragedy. We offer our prayers and most heartfelt condolences to the friends and family members of Emily Echeverria during such a difficult time.
In this incident, it is evident that Mr. Eduardo Medrano Jr. will be held fully responsible for causing the collision that led to the death of the innocent girl. Regardless of his reasons, leaving the scene following a crash is a serious crime and punishable by law, especially if the collision fatally injured another individual. We are hopeful that the authorities will soon be able to track down the suspect and the other person of interest.
The family of the 11-year-old victim has the right to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit against Mr. Medrano who has neglected the safety of others on the road. The families of wrongful death victims need a professional representative in court who will fight aggressively for their legal rights. At Johnson Attorneys Group, we understand the stress and trauma that you and your family experience following a tragic accident and we know how difficult it is to move forward as you try to recover from the sudden loss. We are here for you every step of the way and we are certain we will obtain the maximum compensation you are entitled to.
If you, or your loved one, have been a victim in an auto accident due to the negligence or wrong doing of another party, we encourage you to speak with our experienced Los Angeles County wrongful death lawyer to assist you in proceeding on with your claim. We will bring our expertise to your case and help you get the justice you deserve. Call us at 800-235-6801 free case consultation.
- ANTELOPE: 4 Vehicle Crash Antelope Road and Don Julio Boulevard - December 30, 2019
- Fatal Nevada City Crash Interstate 80 Freeway, Blue Canyon Road - December 30, 2019
- LOS ANGELES: Major Bus Crash Minor Injury West Gage Avenue - December 30, 2019
