Pedestrian Killed in Bakersfield Accident
The coroner's office identified the pedestrian as Fatima Scarlet Morales, 23, of Bakersfield, who died after being struck on White Lane early Saturday.
Candice BondFatima Scarlet Morales, 23, of Bakersfield, was killed in a pedestrian crash in the 7700 block of White Lane in Bakersfield on October 31, according to the Kern County coroner's office.
What Happened on White Lane Overnight
The crash happened at about 2:40 a.m., when a Bakersfield Police Department vehicle was traveling east on White Lane, police said. The officer was responding to a call, according to police. Police said Morales walked into the path of the vehicle and did not use a crosswalk. The coroner's office said Morales died at the scene at 2:52 a.m., 12 minutes after she was struck.
What Bakersfield Police Have Released So Far
The Bakersfield Police Department has not released whether the patrol vehicle was using its overhead lights or siren, or how fast it was going. Police asked anyone with information about the crash to call the department at 661-327-7111. No charges have been announced.
A full investigation into a serious crash often takes weeks, and sometimes months. Investigators usually wait for vehicle data and lab results before they finish their report.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in California usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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