April 21, 2023

Long Beach, CA – UPDATE: Eduardo Corral Identifed in Hit-and-Run Crash

Long Beach, CA (April 21, 2023) – The victim of a fatal hit-and-run crash in Long Beach has now been identified by authorities. The accident originally took place on Friday, April 14th, at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Market Street.

Police say that Eduardo Corral was crossing the street around 9:15 p.m. when he was hit by a car that was traveling northbound on Atlantic Avenue. When rescue crews arrived, they found Corral lying in the center median suffering from critical injuries. Paramedics provided medical treatment at the scene. Corral was later transported to a local hospital, where he remained until Tuesday, April 18th, when he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.

The driver that struck Corral fled the scene before police could arrive. There is no available description of the vehicle or the suspect at this time.

Anyone with information on the accident is asked to contact the Long Beach Police Department or the Los Angeles Crime Stoppers. The accident remains under investigation.

There is no additional information available at this time.

Our most sincere condolences go out to the family of Eduardo Corral following this deadly hit-and-run accident in Long Beach.

Hit-and-Run Accidents in California

It is a felony in California to leave the scene of an injury accident. Offenders who violate this law can face jail time, fines, and probation. In addition, they can also be held civilly liable for their actions. Despite the fact that tough laws are in place, many drivers choose to ignore them anyway. It is estimated that about 20% of all reported traffic accidents in California are hit-and-run collisions. Many hit-and-run accidents result in serious and catastrophic injuries and even death. In fact, drivers who flee the scene of these collisions often do so in order to avoid accepting responsibility for their actions.

If you or a family member have been a victim of a California hit-and-run accident, you should speak with a lawyer at the soonest possible time. Hit-and-run cases often present special questions of liability and recovery of damages. In some instances, the hit-and-run driver is never located. This can pose a problem for victims who are looking to recover compensation for their injuries. An experienced attorney can search for every available insurance policy in an effort to ensure that you are fully compensated for your injuries. Trying to handle a case on your own may result in compensation that is inadequate to cover your losses.

Here at Madison Law Group, our attorneys are here to help following a serious accident. We know that you are going through a difficult and unprecedented time in your life. We are here to assist you and to make sure that your legal rights are fully protected.

Our firm is standing by to speak with you at any time. We offer a free consultation for all potential and prospective clients. To schedule your time to talk to a car accident attorney in Long Beach, please reach out to us at the link on our website or give us a call at (310) 201-7676.