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UCLA Grad Killed by Taxi, Police Look for Clues

The Los Angeles Times reports that the Santa Monica police are still searching for clues in the case of Melissa Del-Aguila, who died on June 18, 2011 after being struck by a taxi cab.

Del-Aguila, 24, was a resident of West Los Angeles, but was celebrating her recent graduation from UCLA with friends in Santa Monica. She was struck by a taxi in the westbound lanes of the 2400 block of Wiltshire Boulevard near Douglas Park. Del-Aguila was taken to the hospital, where she died from her injuries.

The police are trying to determine how the young woman got to Santa Monica in the first place.

The Santa Monica pedestrian accident lawyers in our office see the devastation that accidents like this cause to a family and community. Our hearts go out to Melissa Del-Aguila's friends and loved ones.

Contact Steinberg & Spencer immediately at 800.989.6385 if you have lost a loved one in a California pedestrian accident. We can provide you with help on protecting your legal rights. You also can fill out our online form or request a free copy of our book, Seven Biggest Mistakes That Can Ruin Your California Injury Case.

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