![[06-21-2024] 51-Year-Old Male Bicyclist Killed After Hit-And-Run Collision in Oakland](https://ak1.to//zkML1.webp)
A 51-year-old male bicyclist was killed after a hit-and-run collision in Oakland just after midnight on Friday, June 21, 2024.
According to the Oakland Police Department, the fatal accident occurred just after 12:00 a.m. at the 500 block of 105th Avenue.
Witnesses told police that a silver Saturn sedan traveling at a high rate of speed southbound on 105th Avenue hit the bicyclist, violently throwing him onto the roadway. It is said that the driver inside the Saturn stopped momentarily to remove the victim’s bike underneath his vehicle before immediately fleeing the scene.
The victim, described as a 51-year-old man from Oakland, was pronounced dead at the scene. Further information regarding his identity will be released as soon as his immediate family is notified, said the police.
The hit-and-run driver is still at large. The authorities have yet to release an official description of the driver.
It is not currently known if alcohol or drugs played a role in the deadly collision. The hit-and-run accident is still under investigation.
The police offer up to $10,000 in reward money for anyone who can provide information about the hit-and-run driver that leads to an arrest. Potential witnesses are asked to contact them at 510-777-8570.
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.
