San Diego, CA (October 28, 2023) A homeless man was struck and killed by a car while walking on Interstate 8 in San Diego on Friday evening, October 27th. The San Diego Police Department said the accident occurred in the Midway District around 8:17 p.m.
A 2008 black Mercedes Sprinter Van, driven by a 74-year-old man, was driving on the Interstate 8 Freeway in San Diego when it turned onto the 3600 block of Camino Del Rio West. As it made the turn, a pedestrian was walking in the eastbound lane, according to Officer Robert Heims. The driver of the van was unable to see the pedestrian until it was too late. The van hit the pedestrian, who died at the scene from life-threatening injuries.
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The San Diego Police Department arrived at the scene to find the van stopped, awaiting their arrival. The driver of the van and the two passengers were not injured, but they stayed and cooperated with police officers. Authorities do not believe drugs or alcohol were factors in this collision, according to Heims.
The San Diego Police Department’s Traffic Investigation Unit responded to the scene to investigate the accident.
Liability In San Diego Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Per trip, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash.” There are a number of factors that could lead to a pedestrian collision including:
-Speeding
-Drunk driving
-Driver distraction
-Inclement weather
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The family of any victim that died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the factors of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Pedestrian Accident In San Diego
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian killed in this collision. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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