Tragic Pedestrian Fatality in Costa Mesa

COSTA MESA, CA (February 17, 2024) — Early this morning, Costa Mesa witnessed a heartbreaking incident when Dolores Pliego, aged 61, was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Adams Avenue and Pinecreek Drive.
Responding swiftly, the Costa Mesa Police Department, alongside Fire & Rescue teams, found Ms. Pliego with critical injuries. Despite immediate lifesaving efforts, she was pronounced dead after being taken to a trauma center.
The pedestrian fatality in Costa Mesa, now under thorough investigation by the Major Accident Investigation Team, did not lead to any arrests, as speed was ruled out as a contributing factor and the driver cooperated with the authorities.
In this sorrowful time, our thoughts are with the family of Ms. Pliego. For those affected by similar tragedies, the Santa Ana pedestrian injury lawyers at RTM Law Firm are here to offer their expertise in securing the necessary medical care and financial support deserved.
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