Authorities ID’d Man Who Dies in Lancaster Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Accident on Avenue M as Joshua Bermudez
Joshua Bermudez Struck and Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver on Avenue M in Lancaster
Lancaster, California (March 10, 2021) – 43-year-old Joshua Bermudez has been identified as the Lancaster man who died after being struck by a vehicle Sunday night in Lancaster, according to a report by the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office.
The fatal hit-and-run collision took place at about 10:10 p.m. on the 2300 block of West Avenue M.
Joshua was reportedly hit by a vehicle whose driver fled the scene after the March 7 crash.
Lancaster Pedestrian Collision Kills Joshua Bermudez
Sadly, Bermudez sustained trauma to his head and died in the accident.
An investigation into the accident is underway. Anyone with information regarding the wreck is urged to call the police at 323-890-5500, or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS.
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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