The tragic accident occurred on Thursday night in Rocklin, a metropolis simply outdoors of Sacramento.

“The person was reportedly making an attempt to assist some ducklings that have been within the intersection,” Rocklin Police Division stated in an announcement. “As the person was within the intersection, a teenage driver was headed eastbound on Stanford Ranch Boulevard. This juvenile driver struck the pedestrian who was within the roadway.”

“The driving force remained on the scene of the collision,” the native police division added. “Emergency first responders arrived to help, nonetheless the person died on the scene.”

The driving force was a 17-year-old feminine. No arrest was made on the time and the motive force is unlikely to face any fees. The incident continues to be below investigation.

“We nonetheless have numerous areas and proof to type by way of, however at first look it doesn’t seem like there’s going to be any felony negligence,” police instructed NBC News.

The sufferer was recognized by the Placer County Sheriff’s Workplace as 41-year-old Casey Rivara.

The incident unfolded in entrance of neighbors, who have been applauding the daddy’s chivalrous efforts — and even taking pictures (above) — simply earlier than tragedy struck.

A 12-year-old witness instructed native KCRA, “He received out of the automobile and was shooing the geese and everybody was clapping as a result of he was being very nice.”

“He helped them stand up over the curb as a result of all of the little child duckies have been having hassle,” the witness added.

“My mother rolled down the window and stated, ‘Good job, good job,’ and I stated, ‘Good job’ to him too after which proper after that, the second after that,” the kid stated that is when the automobile hit him.

“I did not see the automobile really hit him. All I bear in mind is the sound after which him flying throughout the intersection,” the 12-year-old stated. “His sneakers and considered one of his socks have been proper in entrance of our automobile.”

In the meantime, Rivara’s widow, Angel Chow, shared a message to Fb thanking family and friends for his or her help.

“We have now been deeply touched by the overwhelming love and help we have acquired for Casey Rivara and our household in these previous few days,” Chow stated Sunday night. “We need to categorical our heartfelt gratitude to all of you for the sort messages and gestures of kindness. It’s really humbling to listen to how Casey has positively impacted your lives, and we’re extraordinarily grateful for that.”

In accordance with a GoFundMe created by Casey’s aunt, Tracey Rivara, the horrific incident was witnessed by his youngsters.

“On Might 18th, 2023 my nephew, Casey Rivara, was driving his youngsters dwelling after the children’ swim follow once they noticed a mama duck and ducklings struggling to cross a busy intersection,” the GoFundMe said. “Casey received out of the automobile to assist the geese safely throughout the street. Nevertheless, when he was heading again to the automobile, he was tragically struck by a automobile and handed away on the scene.”

“Casey met Angel, the love of his life, at age 17, when she joined his highschool as an trade scholar from Hong Kong,” the fundraiser famous. “They rapidly fell head over heels in love and remained inseparable companions for the previous 23 years. They’ve been blessed with two stunning youngsters, Sophia (11) and James (6). His household was Casey’s world, and to stay even nearer to them he had lately began working at their youngsters’s college. He beloved working on the college as he was capable of positively affect different youngsters.”