Rick Moore (Full Name: Rick Dale Moore), of Long Beach, Died In Long Beach Hit-And-Run Car Accident With Pickup Truck Near The Intersection of Magnolia Street and Katella Avenue
LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA (November 26, 2022) – A pedestrian identified as Rick Moore died in a Long Beach hit-and-run car accident by Magnolia Street and Katella Avenue.
Long Beach officials are saying that the accident took place on Saturday. Rick Dale Moore was in a marked crosswalk when he was hit by a pickup truck.
Paramedics were called to the scene in order to hit the victim. Despite life-saving measures, Rick Moore died as a result of his injuries.
Police said that the pickup truck driver involved in the crash fled the scene. The suspect’s vehicle was described as an older model pickup.
Anyone that may have more information about what happened should reach out to Long Beach officials. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Long Beach Hit-And-Run Car Accidents
Los Angeles County has one of the highest instances of pedestrian collisions in the United States. According to the Los Angeles Times, “The city’s streets are increasingly dangerous for pedestrians in particular, with 486 being severely injured by motorists — a 35% increase over 2020. Pedestrian deaths rose 6% to 128.” There are a number of steps that drivers should take in order to avoid hitting pedestrians.
- Drivers should slow down in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before turns.
- Drivers should constantly scan the road ahead of them for hazards.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians. It is illegal to flee the scene of any collision that results in bodily injury or death. When a driver flees the scene of an injury collision, they could face civil or criminal liability for their actions. If the driver of a pickup truck was working at the time of a collision, the company that they were working for could face liability. There are a number of steps that should be taken after any hit-and-run crash.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
The family of any person that is killed due to the negligence of another driver 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. However, it is common for drivers to deny liability for any collision. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Long Beach Hit-And-Run Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of Rick Moore. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. The driver responsible for this crash should do the right thing and turn themselves in. It is never too late to do the right thing.
Do you need more information about a Long Beach hit-and-run collision? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into any collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
