Victim Killed in Smith River Pedestrian Accident on Highway 101 near Timbers Boulevard ID’d as Patrick McConkey

Smith River, California (February 22, 2020) – Patrick McConkey has been identified as the victim who died following an alleged hit-and-run pedestrian accident that took place in the area of Smith River on January 2.

As per the report, McConkey was hit by a grey Honda Odyssey van operated by 29-year-old Flaviano Tovar Soltero while walking on the west shoulder of Highway 101 just north of Timbers Boulevard at about 9:30 p.m.

Tovar Soltero reportedly fled the scene after hitting McConkey.

Sadly, McConkey was declared dead at the crash site.

Officials said the suspected hit-and-run driver Tovar Soltero was arrested on February 13 after an investigation that was conducted by the CHP. Soltero was retained into the Del Norte County Jail and was charged with vehicular manslaughter, obstructing a public officer and hit-and-run resulting in death.

The investigation is underway.

A person on foot is no match for a large, multi-ton vehicle. Pedestrians have virtually no protection when they are hit by cars, motorcycles, trucks, and other vehicles. Sadly, this often leads to catastrophic injuries and/or death.

Were you injured or was your loved one killed after being struck by a motor vehicle? You may be entitled to financial compensation, and Alpine Law Group can help.

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

Contact Mr. Khodaverdian anytime by calling 866-773-0222.