Durham, NC (October 16, 2020) – Authorities in Durham have identified the man killed in a pedestrian accident on Saturday, October 10th. The crash originally took place around 8:30 pm. on University Drive.
According to the Durham Police Department, 19-year-old Timothy Frink was walking on or near University Drive when he was hit by a passing vehicle. When police and rescue crews, they found Frink lying in a parking lot. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following the crash, the driver of the vehicle involved fled the scene before police could arrive. Officers have now located a suspect, 40-year-old Enrique Hernandez Beiza. Although he has been identified as a suspect in the incident, Beiza remains at large. Anyone with information on his whereabouts should contact the Durham Police Department.
No further details have been released at this time. An investigation into the crash remains ongoing.
We wish to extend our most sincere condolences to the family of Timothy Frink following this tragic pedestrian crash in Durham.
Fatal Pedestrian Crashes in North Carolina 
There are nearly 3,000 pedestrian accidents in North Carolina each year. In 2018, approximately 2,600 people were hurt in pedestrian crashes that took place in our state. While the cause of each pedestrian accident will vary, many of them occur because of the actions of a negligent driver. Drivers are often speeding, distracted, impaired, or otherwise driving recklessly when they strike pedestrians, leaving them with serious injuries. These crashes can have devastating and life-long consequences, including high medical costs and the sudden loss of a family member, which can carry serious financial repercussions for families.
If you or a loved one has been affected by a North Carolina pedestrian accident, it is important to have an attorney by your side who will stand up for you. During this time, your focus should be on the things that are most important to you, including your family and moving forward from a tragic crash. Having the stress of handling a complicated legal matter can just make things worse and more unpleasant. Your attorney can guide you through the legal process and can ensure that you receive a recovery that is adequate under the circumstances of your case.
At Burton Law Firm, we fight each and every day for injured accident victims and their families. We know what it is like to feel confused, frustrated, and overwhelmed following a North Carolina traffic accident. We will help ease your mind during this difficult time as we fight for your right to receive compensation. North Carolina pedestrian accident attorney Jason M. Burton stands ready to help. From our office in Raleigh, we serve clients in Durham and throughout the Triangle. Since 2012, we have recovered more than 40 million dollars for injured crash victims and their families.
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