Christopher Funk Jr. killed, struck on I-5 in Stockton, CHP says

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Christopher Funk Jr. killed, struck on I-5 in Stockton, CHP says

STOCKTON, CA, (April 16, 2026) – A 44-year-old man was killed early Thursday morning after being struck by multiple vehicles on Interstate 5 in Stockton.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred at approximately 4:35 a.m. on northbound I-5 just north of French Camp Road.

Authorities said Christopher George Funk Jr., a Stockton resident, was pushing a shopping cart along the freeway when he was hit by an unknown vehicle.

Following the initial collision, multiple motorists also struck the victim.

Funk Jr. died at the scene. The crash remains under investigation.


CRASH INVESTIGATION NEEDED

Leaving the scene of a crash is both reckless and inhumane, often depriving victims of urgently needed medical assistance.

There were 2,872 fatalities in crashes involving hit-and-run drivers in 2023. Of the 7,314 pedestrian deaths that year, 1,818 (25%) involved hit-and-run incidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

“Having the proper resources is critical when investigating a pedestrian accident and establishing negligence,” said Candice Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal and an experienced pedestrian accident attorney.

“Factors such as road conditions, visibility of signage, and lighting must all be carefully evaluated. A thorough investigation is essential to help families pursue justice after a tragic loss,” Bond added.

“An accident reconstruction team is often necessary to determine exactly what happened. These resources are key in helping clients secure financial recovery following a serious or fatal crash,” said Bond, a national legal analyst for Accident Injury News.


WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

“It is generally a driver’s responsibility to yield to pedestrians,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal. The family of Christopher George Funk Jr. may be eligible to pursue a wrongful death claim.

“Family members of wrongful death victims may seek compensation for loss of income, companionship, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and emotional distress following a tragic accident,” Formica said. Serving as an advocate, an attorney can help guide families through this challenging time while protecting their legal rights.

“Insurance companies often attempt to settle claims quickly for less than their true value,” Formica added. “An attorney will advocate on behalf of the family to ensure fair treatment and appropriate compensation.”


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If your loved one has been killed by a hit-and-run driver and would like a no-cost consultation, please contact our national legal analyst Candice Bond today

(Candice Bond, our national legal analyst, is a Managing Partner at Bond Legal. Accident Injury News can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-986-7738 or use the submission box found on this page. Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state).

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