Shane Ramirez Struck and Killed by Vehicle on State Route 138 in Pearblossom
Shane Ramirez Killed in Pearblossom Pedestrian Accident on State Route 138
Pearblossom, California (June 10, 2021) – The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office has identified the 34-year-old Pearblossom man who was hit and killed by a vehicle in Pearblossom Monday night as Shane Ramirez.
The deadly crash happened on State Route 138 at about 9:35 p.m. on June 7.
Ramirez was hit by a westbound 2008 Saturn Aura while walking northbound across state Route 138 west of 121st Street East for undetermined reason.
The involved driver, 22-year-old Jerry Matthew Tate, told the police that he did not see Ramirez due to the poor lighting conditions.
Shane Ramirez Fatal Pearblossom Crash
Sadly, Shane Ramirez was pronounced dead at the crash site.
Matthew Tate remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.
The California Highway Patrol is still investigating the cause of the accident.
Notable Pedestrian Accident Statistics According to the California Office of Traffic Safety:
- 893 pedestrians were killed, and more than 14,000 were injured on California roadways in 2018.
- California’s pedestrian fatality is almost 25% higher than the national average.
- California is among the leading states in pedestrian deaths.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
- Make yourself visible to other road users by wearing bright colored clothes, reflector jackets, or using a flashlight when walking at night.
- Avoid distractions such as using your phone while on the streets.
- Cross streets on marked crosswalks and obey traffic lights.
- Always pay attention to your surroundings.
- Be predictable by observing all traffic rules and obeying signs and signals.
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