Bicyclist Amelia Hawkins, 48, killed in collision with alleged hit-and-run driver Jose Luis Alonso-De Leon, 36, on County Road 13 in Baldwin County, Alabama
Bicyclist killed in Baldwin County hit-and-run, suspect apprehended
State troopers said the driver of the Dodge drove away from the crash, but was apprehended by Fairhope Police close to the Baldwin Square Shopping Center.
Cyclist killed in hit-and-run in Baldwin County; driver charged
Jose Luis Alonso-De Leon, 36, of Silverhill, was charged with manslaughter, felony leaving the scene of an accident (with injury/death), and receiving stolen property. Police say they found a firearm in the truck that had been reported stolen.
Man charged in deadly Fairhope hit and run is illegal immigrant who was deported twice
Jose Luis Alonso-De Leon was in a Baldwin County courtroom Monday afternoon on a number of charges including manslaughter.
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After a serious or fatal bicycle accident, take these steps to help the recovery process
When someone is seriously injured in a bicycle accident, the first days and weeks are spent getting medical treatment and dealing with the new reality of injuries, pain, lost work, and disruption to normal life. When someone dies in a crash, family members are forced to deal with grief, anger, and loss as they struggle to move forward.
After a serious or fatal bicycle collision, an injured person, or the family left behind, incur damages including the cost of current and future medical expenses, lost work and wages, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. When the crash is caused by a negligent driver, there may be financial recovery available for the victims.
Go here to learn how to protect the legal rights of bicycle accident victims and their families.
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