A tragic accident occurred in Chester Heights, Delaware County, on Saturday. That is when police say a pedestrian was struck by a light-colored SUV, which then fled the scene, traveling northbound along Baltimore Pike.
The fatal hit-and-run accident occurred at about 11:45 pm close to Red Roof Drive. When the police got to the scene, they found the pedestrian unconscious laying in the northbound lanes of Baltimore Pike. Rescuers took the victim to Riddle Hospital, but the victim died from the injuries.
Police are looking for the vehicle that struck the pedestrian, describing it as either a light-colored SUV or a crossover vehicle. It fled the scene before police arrived. It is unclear whether the police have identified the driver, but the case is still under investigation. A Delaware County pedestrian accident lawyer from Kwartler Manus is here to help.
Why People Flee Accidents
It is not clear what happened in this situation. However, it is not uncommon for a driver to flee the scene of an accident when they fear what could happen to them. If the driver was drinking or using substances prior to the accident, they may believe that fleeing the scene is better than having a DUI on their record. Some flee simply because they are not paying attention and do not know they struck a person.
What Families Can Do
In these situations, police will investigate the accident and try to find the at-fault party. Even when they cannot do so, our legal team at Kwartler Manus works to protect families and their rights to compensation. Call today to schedule a free consultation.
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