Jonathan Hernandez, 14, killed in bicycle collision with two hit-and-run drivers at Telegraph Road and Saticoy Avenue in Ventura, California
14-Year-Old Boy Hit Twice, Killed in Ventura
Investigators are still looking for the two drivers, and are hoping anyone with information will reach out to the Ventura Police Department Traffic Unit at (805) 339-4323. A $1,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.
Jonathan's mother started a GoFundMe site to help the family with his burial.
Boy Killed in Dual Ventura Hit-and-Run 'Always Had a Smile On His Face'
Investigators have gone through the surveillance video from the area and identified the first vehicle as a white tow truck with a flatbed, and the second vehicle as a silver or light-colored SUV — both of which did not stop after hitting Jonathan, investigators said.
Ventura Police Confiscate Tow Truck After Hit-And-Run that Killed 14-Year-Old Boy
Ventura Police Department announced Tuesday they took possession of the tow truck after the driver, identified as Martin Henderson, 50, contacted the department on Friday. After a preliminary investigation, police said they believe the tow truck driven by Henderson was involved in the collision, according to the Ventura Police Department.
Scene of fatal hit-and-run crash in Ventura reopens to traffic
Motorists who may have been in the area when the incident occurred shortly after midnight on Friday are asked to call investigators at 339-4323.
Trial on track in Ventura teen bicyclist's death
A judge on Friday denied a Ventura tow truck owner's request to reduce a felony charge he is facing for allegedly fleeing the scene of a fatal accident after a 14-year-old on a bicycle collided with the man's vehicle last year.
Hit-and-run trial of Ventura tow trucker begins
Hermin Martin Henderson, 53, appeared in Ventura County Superior Court to face the charges stemming from the accident reported about midnight Feb. 18, 2016.
What do you want to do?
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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