![[08-03-2025] Woman Killed in Hit-And-Run Crash on Mount Vernon Avenue in Bakersfield](https://ak1.to//vzCR.webp)
A woman was struck and killed by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash in Bakersfield early Sunday morning, August 3, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, officers were called to the intersection of Mount Vernon Avenue and Oregon Street at approximately 1:46 a.m. for a report of a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
Upon arrival, they found that the driver of the involved white pickup truck had fled the scene before officers arrived.
The preliminary investigation revealed that the woman was walking southbound on Mount Vernon Avenue in the number two lane, outside of a marked crosswalk. The driver of the pickup truck was traveling southbound in the same lane and struck the pedestrian at an unknown speed. The woman suffered severe injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the truck is still unidentified, and authorities are investigating whether alcohol or drugs were factors in the crash.
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.
