San Diego, CA (October 3, 2023) The body of a pedestrian was found Tuesday morning in the no. 1 lane of north Interstate 805, according to the California Highway Patrol. The pedestrian was struck by a pickup around 4:38 a.m.
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A black Chevrolet pickup was driving down north Interstate 805 when it struck the pedestrian, who was in the road, according to authorities. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene and the San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office was called to the scene shortly before 5:00 a.m.
The identity of the victim has not been released and authorities are investigating the deadly collision.
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 person 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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