SAN JACINTO, CA (NOVEMBER 6, 2023): 74-year-old John Jordan succumbed to his injuries sustained in a pedestrian accident early October in San Jacinto.
The 74-year-old man died two week after the incident, according to the Riverside Sheriff’s Coroner’s Bureau.
The accident occurred on Friday, October 6th at around 8:30 p.m., when a vehicle struck Jordan as he crossed an unmarked intersection. The circumstances leading up to the collision remain unclear.
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Emergency personnel including CalFire, quickly responded to the scene at 6th Street at San Jacinto Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered Jordan lying in the middle of the intersection unresponsive. CalFire rendered life resuscitating measures in attempt to save Jordan’s life, and airlifted him Riverside University Health Systems Medical Center.
Unfortunately, Jordan ultimately succumbed to his injuries and died at the facility two weeks later.
A description of the vehicle that impacted the man nor its driver has not yet been made available. The driver was not declared under the influence at the time of the crash, however.
An investigation into this incident is still ongoing. Riverside authorities hope to determine fault and cause for the death of John Jordan.
Liability In San Jacinto 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 the Death of John Jordan
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of John Jordan. 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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