Vehicle Struck and Killed Pedestrian at Union Avenue and 4th Street in Southeast Bakersfield

Bakersfield, California (May 21, 2020) – A male party died at the scene after being struck by a car operated by 24-year-old William Chavez-Castro in the 400 block of Union Avenue at 4th Street Wednesday evening in southeast Bakersfield.

The Bakersfield Police Department did not immediately establish the circumstances that led to the fatal crash at approximately 11:50 p.m. May 20.

Officials said Castro was intoxicated and also driving without a valid license at the time of the collision. He was later arrested and booked into the Kern County Jail.

The fatal accident remains under an active investigation.

Alpine Law Group President and Managing Partner, Arin Khodaverdian, encourages victims and their family members to seek legal help as soon as possible in order to preserve their rights to the full extent of the law.

Mr. Khodaverdian has worked for many years as a wrongful death and personal injury attorney. He and his team of attorneys has helped thousands of injury victims and their families recover over $100 million in compensation. “In one case, we recovered a 7-figure settlement within 11 business days of being hired by the family of a victim who was killed by a negligent driver.”

Swift action by an experienced attorney helps preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and begin to pursue those responsible for the incident.

Mr. Khodaverdian is personally available for free consultations 24/7 by calling 866-773-0222.