68-Year-Old Woman Falls Victim to Hit-and-Run Accident 

Cecilia Shu, a 68-year-old Oceanside resident, fell victim to a hit-and-run pedestrian accident Sunday morning. 

The incident occurred in Oceanside on June 5th at 8:19 a.m. on Benet Road.

Shu was walking on the sidewalk before being struck by a Honda SUV that was traveling east. 

The involved driver made a U-turn after impact and fled in a westbound direction. 

Shu was unresponsive when authorities arrived and sadly died at the scene. 

Anybody with information is advised to contact Investigators Clint Bussey at 760-435-4412.

JT Legal Group sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Cecilia Shu.

According to statistics, 20% of pedestrian fatalities include fleeing drivers. 68% of those killed in hit-and-run crashes are pedestrians and bicyclists. 

In addition, California’s pedestrian fatality rate is about 25% higher than the national average.

If your injuries are caused by the negligence of a third party you may be entitled to compensation. In the event of a death, families may be entitled to wrongful death benefits.

If you or a loved one need legal help following an accident, contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111.