Mother and daughter were struck near Magnolia Avenue in Stanton
June 01, 2026 | Stanton, CA
A mother and her adult daughter from Anaheim died after being struck by a vehicle while walking in Stanton.
What happened in the crash?
Amadilia Noemi Cruz, 61, and Gabriela Amadilia Cruz, 34, died after being struck by a vehicle on Cerritos Avenue near Magnolia Avenue in Stanton.
- Date and Time: June 1, around 9 p.m.
- Location: Cerritos Avenue near Magnolia Avenue
- Vehicle: White BMW
- Victims: 61-year-old Amadilia Noemi Cruz and 34-year-old Gabriela Amadilia Cruz
- Agency: Orange County Sheriff’s Department
Emergency crews took both women to a hospital, where they died from their injuries. The driver stayed at the scene. No charges have been filed, and the investigation remains active.
Why do pedestrian crashes like this occur?
Data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows that 84 percent of pedestrian deaths in 2023 took place in urban areas. Factors include larger vehicles, road designs that favor speed, and driver behavior.
Accident statistics
| Source | Statistic | Year |
|---|
| IIHS | 84% of pedestrian deaths in urban areas | 2023 |
| IIHS | 59% of pedestrian deaths in urban areas | 1975 |
Legal insights
In cases such as this, families often have questions about next steps after a fatal pedestrian crash.
“In most instances, pedestrians possess the right of way when crossing an intersection or a street, regardless of whether they are in a marked crosswalk.”
— Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal.
“It is almost always a driver’s duty to yield to any pedestrian. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of income and companionship, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and emotional distress.”
— Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal.
Key takeaways
- An independent review can help protect family rights.
- Insurance companies may offer quick settlements below the case value.
- Prompt action helps preserve evidence.
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