Mother of Local Woman Searches for Answers After Hit-and-Run Leaves Her Daughter Dead

Flyer being distributed by Sandee Brown

The mother of Dakota Stafslien, who tragically lost her life in a hit-and-run incident earlier this month, is seeking answers and justice for her 28-year-old daughter. Sandee Brown is asking the community to come forward with any information that may help identify the driver responsible for Dakota’s death.

According to a press release from law enforcement, on May 4, at approximately 2:45 a.m., the Humboldt Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a pedestrian lying in the lanes of northbound Hwy 101, near Piercy. Officers from the California Highway Patrol’s Garberville Area responded to the scene. Upon arrival, they found Dakota Stafslien, a resident of Southern Humboldt who had been struck by a vehicle. Dakota was pronounced dead at the scene. The vehicle involved in the incident did not stop or call to report the collision.

Dakota Stafslien

Sandee Brown hopes to find out who is responsible for her daughter’s untimely death. She is urging the community to help by providing any information that might lead to the identification of the driver involved.

The California Highway Patrol’s Garberville Area is investigating the incident and has asked the public for assistance. They urge anyone with information about the vehicle or person involved to contact the California Highway Patrol, Garberville Area, at (707) 932-6100 during normal business hours (Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm).

This tragic event has left the Southern Humboldt community asking for answers and a mother in search of closure. With the community’s help, we hope the CHP can find the individual responsible and bring some peace to Dakota’s family.

Earlier: 28-Year-Old Woman Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver Near Piercy