Monterey, CA — A hit-and-run on Sunday morning, November 10, 2024, claimed the life of a young woman who has been identified as 19-year-old Maddie Elizabeth Fletcher of Shelby, NC, according to KSBW.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that the crash occurred around 9:48 AM near Aguajito Road on northbound Highway 1. According to a CHP spokesperson, a silver Nissan collided with Fletcher’s black Honda, causing the Honda to lose control. The vehicle veered off the roadway and struck a nearby tree with devastating impact.
Emergency responders arrived shortly after the accident but found Fletcher had succumbed to her injuries at the scene. The driver of the Nissan reportedly fled, continuing northbound on Highway 1. CHP officials are investigating the incident as a hit-and-run and are actively working to locate the driver of the Nissan.
CHP is urging anyone who witnessed the collision or has information about the driver of the silver Nissan to contact authorities.
California Hit-and-Run Laws
California Law requires drivers involved in a collision to stop their vehicle, notify law enforcement, and exchange insurance information with others involved. Failure to do so, considered to be a “hit-and-run,” is a misdemeanor in cases of property damage and a felony when someone has been injured.
Wrongful Death Claims
Losing a loved one in a traffic accident is devastating, and the pain can be made worse by the financial strain that often follows. Medical bills, funeral costs, and the loss of income to support dependents of the deceased can leave families struggling.
Filing a Wrongful Death claim against those responsible can provide compensation to help with these expenses. However, insurance companies will always try to pay as little as possible, making it difficult for families to receive the full amount they deserve.
This is why having an experienced personal injury attorney is essential so that they can fight to make sure you receive fair compensation and justice for your loved one.
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, feel free to contact Maison Law for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
