48-Year-Old Man Killed in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash 

The man who was hit and killed by a hit-and-run driver on Saturday has been ID’d as Richard Albert Tam, 48. 

It was around midnight when he was struck at the intersection of La Mancha Way and Elder Court. 

The incident occurred in Sacramento and caused major injuries to Tam. 

He was rushed to a local hospital where he sadly succumbed to his injuries.

Authorities are actively searching for the suspect who fled the scene. 

The crash remains under investigation.

JT Legal Group sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Richard Albert Tam.

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

There was also a 26% increase in pedestrian deaths in California from 2014-2018.

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.

Contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111 if you need legal assistance following an accident.