31-Year-Old Santa Ana Man Killed in Pedestrian Collision near West Park Lane

SANTA ANA, CA (November 4, 2024) – Ralph Marin died early Sunday morning, in a pedestrian crash on North Bristol Street.

Dispatchers received calls around 12:30 a.m., near West Park Lane on October 20th. 

Based on the initial investigation, the driver of an unidentified southbound vehicle hit a man who was walking across Bristol. Upon impact, the involved driver did not stop to render assistance to the victim and fled the scene. 

Responding officers also determined that a second vehicle hit the victim while he was lying on the ground. Authorities said the second driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. 

Paramedics later declared the male pedestrian dead at the scene. The Santa Ana officials identified the deceased victim as 31-year-old Marin, of Santa Ana.

The Santa Ana Police Department has not released any additional information about the runaway suspect or their vehicle.

At this time, police are asking those with additional information about the fatal hit-and-run to call SAPD Detective Corporal Carrillo at 714-245-8208. Witnesses can also call the SAPD’s Traffic Division at 714-245-8200.

Our team at Sweet James offers our sincerest sympathies to the family of Ralph Marin in this time of mourning.

Losing a loved one in a pedestrian accident can have a profound impact on both the emotional and financial well-being of the victim’s family. At Sweet James, we believe that every client’s case is unique and warrants personalized attention. We will pursue the justice and compensation your family deserves. Contact our offices today at 1-844-363-7713 for a free, confidential case evaluation.