Fresno, CA – UPDATE: Suspect Arrested in Fatal Hit & Run that Killed 10-Year-Old Boy on Friant & Fort Washington Rd
Fresno, CA (June 19, 2021) – A deadly crash occurred at the intersection of Friant and Fort Washington Road in Fresno that took the life of one 10-year-old boy. The incident was reported to have taken place on Thursday, June 17.
The wreck was a hit-and-run, according to officials. It happened when a 4-door, black Chrysler struck a 10-year-old boy who was crossing Friant with his family. The family was in the crosswalk at the time of the collision.
A resident was able to spot the black Chrysler 300 around 11:00 Friday morning, according to information from reports. The suspect was driving near West on Emerson in Northwest Fresno, approximately 8 miles from the crash scene.
The suspect is identified as Raymond Celaya, according to investigators. It was determined that he ran a red light and then struck the boy crossing the street. Police continue to investigate.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased at this time.
Car Crashes in Fresno
Over 400 victims are injured in car crashes throughout California each day. The consequences of an accident often create an overwhelming source of stress in a victim’s life. Typically, victims are filled with questions and doubt and unsure of how to move forward.
Even though a majority of motor vehicle collisions end with only minor injuries to the people involved, additional tens of thousands of victims will necessitate hospitalization, surgeries, and emergency medical treatment for their injuries.
Auto accidents in California happen all too frequently. According to recent statistics concerning the number of car accidents that happen here per year, nearly 500,000 take place in the Golden State annually. This means that there are thousands of Californians suffering from injuries and losses concerning car accidents at any given time. The personal injury attorneys at Torem & Associates understand how difficult dealing with the aftermath of an accident can be. You may have questions regarding the worth of your insurance claim. Maybe you’re wondering how long it will take to receive a full and fair settlement.
Whether you need assistance paying for car repairs and medical bills, or you need an attorney to step in and fight for a fair settlement from the insurance company, we’re here to help you. After an accident, you might be confused about whether or not you have a claim for compensation. In order to collect damages, your crash must meet two criteria:
- The wreck caused your or a family member’s severe physical injuries.
- The collision was partially caused by another person’s carelessness, recklessness, or negligence.
An auto accident attorney in California from Torem & Associates will provide you with simple, succinct answers concerning property damage, medical bill coverage, lost wages, and more. We will also help you fill out all the necessary legal paperwork and negotiate with the insurance companies for you. We will even take your case to court if need be.
Our California personal injury attorneys are waiting to answer your questions about what constitutes negligence or the definition of a “severe injury.” If we determine that your collision meets both of these criteria, we will then begin building your claim immediately. Call our law firm today at (888) 500-5000 to discuss legal options available for you. You do not have to face an issue of this magnitude on your own. We are here to help you through the complicated legal process, every step of the way. Call us at your earliest convenience to discuss how you can collect financial compensation depending on the circumstances of your collision.
Note: Our team of writers utilizes secondary sources when creating these posts. These sources include but are not limited to local news reports, police accident reports, and eyewitness accounts about serious injury accidents in or near Stockton. For that reason, the details surrounding the incident have not been independently verified by our team of writers. If you locate any information that is not correct in our post, please contact our firm right away so that we correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available.
Disclaimer: Our firm, Torem & Associates, has worked hard to become valued members of the local business community. We write these posts as a way to bring awareness to the dangers of driving or being a passenger in any type of automobile accident. We hope that through awareness, people will use additional caution when out on the roadways in and near Stockton and throughout California to prevent being seriously injured in a crash. This post is not intended to be a solicitation for business. The information provided in this post is meant to be informational and is not intended to be misconstrued as legal or medical advice. The photos used in the post are not representative of the actual accident scene.
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