SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA – A 60-year-old man was killed around 7:25 Friday night in a hit-and- run accident at Laurel and Felix streets. The man was in a crosswalk when he was hit by a large pickup truck. Captain Steve Clark said that the impact of the collision threw the man across the street and onto the curb. He sustained critical injuries in the accident. He subsequently died from those injuries.

The driver of the truck left the scene of the accident after he hit the pedestrian. Authorities have issued a countywide lookout alert for a 1980s pickup, possibly a Ford F-150. There may be damage to the left front of the vehicle from the collision. The truck was described as either dark blue or green.

Residents of the area were deeply shaken by the accident. No arrests have yet been made. Police and investigators are reportedly looking into ways to make the area safer for pedestrians. They are considering installing radar activated street signs and lighted crosswalks.

Our hearts go out to the family of the man killed in this tragic accident. This case illustrates the need for careful driving and shows how lives and be changed in a split second without it. If you have lost a loved one in an unexpected accident, you may feel hopeless and overwhelmed, both emotionally and financially.

The lawyers at Berman & Riedel, LLP have handled many cases for the family members of those lost in tragic accidents. Contact the firm to discuss your legal rights with an experienced and compassionate lawyer.