![[10-24-2024] Woman Dies After Hit-And-Run Crash on Pacific Avenue in Stockton](https://ak1.to//6l4M.webp)
A 23-year-old woman died following a hit-and-run incident in Stockton on Thursday evening, October 24, 2024.
According to the Stockton Police Department, the woman was struck near the Delta College marquee sign off Pacific Avenue.
The vehicle fled the scene after the collision, but officers later located the suspect vehicle nearby. The driver, identified as 27-year-old Jamaraqui B., was taken into custody and transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Authorities have closed the southbound lanes on Pacific Avenue between Yokuts Avenue and March Lane, as well as Pacific Frontage Road, for the ongoing investigation.
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.
