The 23-year-old was struck near the eastbound Highway 4 off-ramp
August 21, 2026 | Antioch, CA
Monserrat Jimenez, 23, died Aug. 27, six days after being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene Aug. 21 near Hillcrest Avenue and Highway 4 in Antioch, police said.
Monserrat Jimenez, 23, was killed after being struck by a vehicle near Hillcrest Avenue and the eastbound Highway 4 off-ramp.
What happened in the crash?
- Date and time: Aug. 21 at approximately 10:31 p.m.
- Location: Hillcrest Avenue and the eastbound Highway 4 off-ramp in Antioch, California
- Victim: Monserrat Jimenez, 23
- Incident: Struck by a vehicle that fled the scene
- Outcome: Jimenez died six days later at the hospital
Witnesses provided a description of the vehicle. Officers later found the car in the 2800 block of Larkspur Drive. The driver remains at large. Anyone with information should call the Antioch Police Department non-emergency line at 925-778-2441 or Traffic Collision Investigator James Desiderio at 925-331-7474 or [email protected].
Why do hit-and-run crashes occur?
Many drivers leave the scene because they are impaired, unlicensed, or fear arrest. Roughly 11 percent of all crashes involve a fleeing driver, according to data from the Federal Highway Administration.
Legal Insights
National legal analysts Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal, note that a thorough, independent review helps families pursue accountability in cases like this.
“Having the proper resources is crucial to investigate a hit-and-run accident case and prove negligence. Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all potential contributing factors that must be thoroughly examined.”
Key takeaways:
- Independent review can uncover evidence such as witness statements and camera footage
- Families may seek compensation for loss of companionship and emotional distress
- Prompt action supports both justice and financial recovery
Pending the investigation, family members of Monserrat Jimenez may pursue a wrongful death claim. Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal, added, “We understand that losing a loved one is not only a deeply emotional loss but also an economic one. Contact a wrongful death attorney for guidance to obtain the justice you deserve.”
Statistic |
Source |
Value |
|---|
Percentage of crashes involving hit-and-run drivers |
Federal Highway Administration |
11% |
Leading factors in pedestrian fatalities |
CDC |
Impaired driving, poor visibility |
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