Irvine, CA (June 12, 2026) – A 63-year-old man died after a vehicle struck him and then left the scene on Alton Parkway at Irvine Center Drive in Irvine on Wednesday, June 10. Irvine Police Department said the crash was reported at approximately 8:55 p.m.
Steven Craig Cox, 63, of Las Vegas, was walking northbound in a marked crosswalk across Alton Pkwy on the east side of Irvine Center Drive when a westbound vehicle struck him and fled. Cox was rushed to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The vehicle was described only as dark-colored with likely front-end damage. Police are asking the public for help identifying the driver.
The investigation remains active as detectives work to identify and locate the suspect.
We extend our sincerest condolences to Steven’s family and all those who loved him.
Can Families File a Claim After a Fatal Hit-and-Run in Irvine, CA If the Driver Is Never Found?
Yes, in California, families may still have legal options even when the driver responsible for a fatal hit-and-run has not been identified. Uninsured motorist (UM) coverage, which is available through the deceased person’s own auto insurance policy or a household member’s policy, can apply in hit-and-run cases where the at-fault driver remains unknown.
An attorney can help determine whether this type of coverage exists and how to pursue it.
The Irvine Spectrum area draws heavy vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout the evening hours, and roads like Irvine Center Drive or Spectrum Center Drive see consistent crosswalk activity from residents and visitors alike. Hit-and-run crashes in high-traffic areas like this are unfortunately not rare, and they frequently leave families with no immediate answers.
When a driver is never found, families may face mounting financial pressure on top of their grief. Funeral and burial costs, lost household income, and the loss of the person’s companionship and support are all losses that California wrongful death law recognizes. Pursuing a UM claim or other available avenue may help a family recover some of what was lost, even without a named defendant.
A personal injury attorney can review the insurance coverage available, gather evidence from the crash, and explain what steps a family can take when the responsible driver remains unidentified. Legal guidance early in the process can help protect a family’s options before deadlines pass.
If your family is dealing with the aftermath of a fatal hit-and-run, you don’t have to do it alone. At Saleh Law Group, we are available to review your case and help you understand what legal pathways may be available for your family under California law.
To learn more, contact Saleh Law Group at (949) 431-6371. Our team is open to solve all your doubts.
