Indio, CA (December 12, 2023) A vehicle struck 54-year-old Alfonso Andrade’s life in Indio, according to the California Highway Patrol. The accident occurred on Grapefruit Boulevard in Riverside County just after 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 7th.
It happened in the 54000 block of Grapefruit Boulevard when a vehicle hit Andrade, a Thermal resident, who was already lying on the ground. The driver of the vehicle said they noticed the taillights of the vehicle who had initially hit Andrade driving away in the distance.
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Officers responded to the scene, along with paramedics, but Alfonso Andrade was, sadly, killed in this collision on Grapefruit Boulevard. The Riverside County Sheriff Coroner was called to the scene, authorities reported.
The driver of the second vehicle that struck Andrade remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. The California Highway Patrol is heading the investigation into this fatal pedestrian accident that took Andrade’s life. They hope to determine what kind of vehicle struck him and then locate the driver and bring him or her to justice.
Liability In Indio 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 the 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 suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Pedestrian Accident In Indio
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Alfonso Andrade during this time of mourning. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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