Melinda Ramirez Killed in Pasadena Bicycle Accident on Preston Avenue; Jezel Galindo-Cardenas Arrested

Pasadena, Texas (September 29, 2021) – A woman has been arrested in connection to the July 30th hit-and-run crash that left another woman dead in Pasadena, according to the police.

Jezel Galindo-Cardenas, 33, has been arrested and charged.

The deadly accident happened on July 30, near the 800 block of Preston Avenue.

Police said Melinda Ramirez was riding her bike when she was struck by a white, four-door SUV driven by Galindo-Cardenas.

Ramirez was killed in the accident.

Galindo-Cardenas fled the scene after the accident. Tips and leads through social media eventually led to her arrest. She has been charged with failure to stop and render aid as well as possession of a controlled substance. Her bond has been set at $50,000.

An investigation is underway.

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A wrongful death claim for a family member may be brought by spouses, children, or parents. The State of Texas also allows the estate of the deceased to bring a survival action to recover for past medical expenses and conscious pain and suffering, as well as other non-economic damages which the deceased may have suffered before death. Texas does not permit brothers, sisters, cousins, or grandparents to assert any claims for the death of a family member.

Wrongful death claims require an attorney who understands the complexity of the damages caused by a significant loss. The lawyer representing the client has the responsibility to hire the necessary experts to help prove the case. 

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