![[06-01-2025] Woman and 3-Year-Old Girl Killed in DUI Hit-and-Run Crash on Southern Pacific Avenue in Atwater](https://ak1.to//V^@vX.webp)
A 20-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl were killed in a DUI hit-and-run crash involving a speeding pickup truck on Southern Pacific Avenue in Atwater on Sunday night, June 1, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred around 10:35 p.m. near the intersection of Southern Pacific Avenue and Commerce Avenue.
A 19-year-old man identified as Moises C. of Catheys Valley was driving a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado eastbound on Southern Pacific Avenue at a high rate of speed when he failed to stop at a posted stop sign.
At the same time, a 17-year-old driver of a 2025 Honda Civic was making a left turn onto Commerce Avenue with three passengers inside. The speeding driver’s pickup truck slammed into the passenger side of the Honda, tearing through the doors and ejecting the 20-year-old woman.
The 17-year-old driver and an 18-year-old front-seat passenger attempted to aid the woman and the 3-year-old passenger. Responding officers arrived and performed CPR, but the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The child was taken to a hospital, where she later died from her injuries.
The driver of the Chevrolet fled on foot but was located around 12:20 a.m. near Southern Pacific Avenue and Herrod Avenue with minor injuries. He was arrested and is facing charges of felony DUI, felony hit-and-run, and vehicular manslaughter.
The investigation is ongoing.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
