Rookie LAPD cop arrest in connection with Dec. 24 accident
ONTARIO, CA, (December 24, 2024) - Fabio Cebreros was tragically struck and killed by a vehicle while riding his bicycle on Dec. 24 24 in Ontario. The incident occurred around 7:37 p.m. on Bon View Avenue.
Fabio Cebreros was fatally struck by a vehicle driven by a rookie LAPD officer while riding his bicycle in Ontario on Dec. 24. The driver, who initially fled the scene, has been arrested on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter.
The vehicle, driven by a 39-year-old rookie LAPD officer from Ontario, initially fled the scene but later returned. The driver was found to be above the legal alcohol limit and has been arrested on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter.
Cebreros, age 38, was transported to Ashtabula Regional Medical Center where he was pronounced dead. The medical examiner’s office identified him shortly after.
The crash remains under investigation by the Ontario Police Department and the coroner’s office, with a forensic exam scheduled for Thursday.
DUI ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
Despite crackdowns throughout this country, impaired drivers remain a threat to innocent, law-abiding victims.
The consumption of alcohol can diminish the ability to operate a motor vehicle. According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, each year about 300,000 people are injured in the U.S. by drunken drivers.
An independent investigation will be required to learn other potential factors in the case such as blood alcohol content levels.
Candice Bond, an experienced DUI accident attorney, was interviewed and provided her thoughts on incidents such as this.
“Separate from criminal charges, a victim may be entitled to compensation through a civil lawsuit against the responsible party, said Candice Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal. “In addition to the diligent work of law enforcement, an attorney can re-interview important witnesses, analyze any surveillance video from the scene of the crash, and obtain phone and text records of the liable party. As an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide an injured victim during this difficult time, protecting their legal rights, while ensuring that a driver who takes the wheel under the influence is held accountable for their actions.”
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family of Fabio Cebreros may pursue a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Bond.
“We understand just what families must go through, and protecting their rights is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected."
If you have been injured or a loved one has been killed at the hands of a drunken driver and would like a no-cost consultation, our national legal analyst Candice Bond is available for a free consultation to guide you.
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