Michael Place Struck and Killed by Vehicle in Desert Center Pedestrian Crash on 10 Freeway 

Riverside County, California (January 16, 2020) – The pedestrian who was struck and killed by a vehicle last month in the area of Desert Center has been identified as 42-year-old Michael Charles Place of Palm Springs, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The fatal collision took place at about 6:32 p.m. December 16, on 10 Freeway near State Route 177.

The CHP said a truck hit Charles, who was walking on the highway for undisclosed reasons.

Charles was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene.

It was not clear whether or not the involved motorist stopped after the wreck and cooperated with the investigation.

Meanwhile, the investigation is underway.

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.