March 14, 2023

Pico Rivera, CA – UPDATE: Yessenia Sanchez Identified in Rooks Rd. Hit-and-Run

Pico Rivera, CA (March 14, 2023) – The woman who was killed in a car accident in Pico Rivera has been identified by police. The accident originally occurred around 11:20 p.m. at the intersection of Rooks Road and Rose Hills Road.

Deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report regarding the crash. According to officials, two women were walking southbound on the curb of Rooks Road when they were hit by a car. One of the women, 36-year-old Yessenia Sanchez, suffered critical injuries. Rescue officials performed live-saving measures, but Sanchez died at the crash scene. The other woman that was with her was seriously injured and was rushed to a nearby hospital.

Police say that the driver of the car fled the scene in the aftermath of the crash. There is no description of the vehicle or the suspect available at this time.

Officials are still searching for the driver of the hit-and-run vehicle. No further information has been released.

We would like to offer our thoughts and condolences to the family of Yessenia Sanchez following this deadly hit-and-run accident in Pico Rivera.

Injury Accident in Pico Rivera

A hit-and-run accident can result in some of the most serious and devastating injuries that we see on our local roadways. While drivers are legally required to remain at the scene of a car accident, many of them choose to flee. The most common reason for fleeing the scene of an accident involves a desire to avoid responsibility for the driver’s actions. Impairment, distraction, and careless driving can all lead to a hit-and-run accident. Police must carefully investigate each and every accident in order to determine the cause and who should be held responsible.

If you or a family member have been affected by a hit-and-run crash in Southern California, you should have a full understanding of your legal rights. Many people mistakenly believe that the insurance company is on their side and will treat them fairly. This is a mistake as the insurance company is normally only interested in settling a case as quickly and cheaply as possible. This saves money for the company. The adjuster is not looking out for your best interest. In this situation, it is best to have the services of a skilled car accident lawyer.

Here at Madison Law Group, we help people who have been affected by the negligent actions of other motorists. Our team of skilled and trained legal professionals understands what you are going through. We know that you need compensation in order to help pay for your medical care and to offset many of the unexpected costs during this time.

Our firm is standing by to speak with you. We always offer a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. If we take your case, there is no upfront financial obligation to you. To schedule your appointment with a Pico Rivera wrongful death lawyer, please reach out to us at the link on our website or give us a call at (310) 201-7676.