SAN FRANCISCO, CA (NOVEMBER 4, 2023): 64-year-old actor Richard May died in a pedestrian accident at an intersection in the Lower Nob Hill area of San Francisco last week.
According to the San Francisco Police Department, the incident occurred on Saturday, October 28th at around 11 a.m. in the 800 block of Post Street. A white BMW reportedly ran through a red traffic light, causing a collision with another vehicle. The BMW then struck an additional pedestrian, May.
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The 64-year-old was on his was to rehearsal for the play “Death of a Salesman” at the Taube Atrium Theater.
San Francisco authorities responded to the Post and Hyde intersection and discovered May, who has suffered fatal injuries and unfortunately died at the scene.
Upon arrival, authorities also arrested the driver of the white BMW. The specific charges have not yet been released.
It remains unclear why the BMW ran the red light, causing the fatal multi-party accident. The identity of the driver has also been withheld.
The African-American Shakespeare Company has cancelled its production of “Death of a Salesman” in the wake of the death of Richard May.
Investigators from the San Francisco Police Department will handle this fatal pedestrian accident to uncover additional circumstances and fault for the death of Richard May.
Liability In San Francisco 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 facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating The Death of Richard May
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Richard May. 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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