James Radzik Killed in Hit-and-Run Claremont Pedestrian Accident on Towne Avenue near Syracuse Drive

Claremont, California (January 10, 2020) – 50-year-old James Radzik of Rancho Cucamonga suffered fatal injuries after a Claremont hit-and-run pedestrian collision early Wednesday morning.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the deadly collision occurred a while before 2:30 a.m. January 8, in the 1600 block of Towne Avenue near Syracuse Drive.

Responding firefighters found Radzik’s body on a pavement along the street.

Officials said the involved driver fled the scene after the crash. Authorities later located the suspect, identified as Helen Scheuplein, 67, of Covina, in the 500 block of East Foothill Boulevard at around 5:55 p.m. Thursday.

Scheuplein was arrested and is being held on a bail set $100,000 at the Claremont Police Department Jail on charges of hit-and-run causing death, vehicular manslaughter, and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.

An investigation is ongoing.

Alpine Law Group President and Managing Partner, Arin Khodaverdian, encourage 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 have 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, a contributor to this site, is available for free consultations 24/7 by calling 866-773-0222.