Thanom Pimpa Killed in Pedestrian Accident at Mission Lakes Boulevard and West Drive in Desert Hot Springs
Thanom Pimpa ID’d as Man Killed in Desert Hot Springs Pedestrian Accident at Mission Lakes Boulevard and West Drive
Desert Hot Springs, California (May 8, 2019) – The Riverside County Coroner has identified Thanom Pimpa, 76, of Desert Hot Springs as the senior citizen who was struck and killed by a suspected DUI driver in Desert Hot Springs in April.
The deadly pedestrian accident took place at about 6:25 p.m. Thursday, April 25 near the intersection of Mission Lakes Boulevard and West Drive.
According to officials, Rebecca Goehner, 53, of Desert Hot Springs, alleged failed to a stop at a red light and struck Pimpa near the intersection.
Pedestrian Fatally Hit by Car in Desert Hot Springs, April 25
Pimpa was pronounced dead at the scene. Goehner was later arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and gross vehicular manslaughter.
According to reports, Goehner remained behind bars and was being held at Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility in Banning on $115,000 bail, but has since been released.
The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information regarding the accident is asked to call Corporal Carranza or Corporal Hazen at DHSPD at 760-329-6411 at extension 375 or 372.
Our sincere sympathies go to the family and friends of Pimpa. We wish them courage during these trying moments of losing their loved one.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of these traffic accidents range from distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. It is evident that negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
The law requires drivers to slow down and give the right of way to pedestrians in both marked and unmarked crosswalks.
Investigators will inspect the vehicle involved for mechanical issues or system failure and analyze photographs of the site of the crash. They will also determine if the driver was intoxicated as at the time of the accident.
The final results of the case will determine if a family member may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit and receive compensation.
We at Pacific Attorney Group will work with you to protect your rights and assist you on your recovery.
If you are a family member of the person killed and would like a free copy of the police report, please contact Pacific Attorney Group at 1-800-358-9617.
What You Need to Know about Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are always the most vulnerable segment of traffic. Data collected by The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) indicates that about 5000 pedestrians are killed in accidents and over 70000 injured annually. Although motorists shoulder most of the blame for these types of accidents, pedestrians are sometimes liable for these accidents.
In the event of an auto-pedestrian accident, parties are encouraged to note down as much information as possible about the accident. It is also a good idea to take pictures of the scene incident. Witness statements and police reports are also very important and should be collected promptly. The injured party can then approach a qualified personal injury attorney who will help them evaluate and pursue a claim. The injured pedestrian may recover damages including past and future wage loss, pain and suffering and all past and future medical expenses. If a pedestrian is killed in the collision, their families can pursue full compensation for their economic losses resulting from the death.
