Sacramento County, CA – On the evening of Sunday, March 16, 2026, a pedestrian hit-and-run in North Highlands resulted in a fatality, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 7:51 PM at the Watt Avenue on-ramp to westbound Interstate 80.
Authorities said a gray pickup truck struck a pedestrian who was in the roadway. The pedestrian was found lying on the ground following the impact. The driver of the gray pickup truck, described as a late 1990s model, fled the scene before officers arrived. Fire department units responded and the Watt Avenue on-ramp was closed and secured with flares while emergency personnel attended to the scene.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. The identity of the deceased had not been released at the time of reporting, and no further information regarding the suspect vehicle or its driver had been confirmed. The investigation remains ongoing.
Hit-and-Runs and Wrongful Death Claims
The compensation provided by a wrongful death claim can financially support families grieving the loss of a loved one due to another person’s negligence. These funds can go toward hospital bills, burial expenses, and help support any dependents of the deceased.
In cases where the at-fault party escapes justice, families may still be able to pursue compensation through their own uninsured driver coverage. A personal injury attorney can offer guidance on what options they may have available and negotiate with insurance companies to ensure that victims receive the best settlement possible.
