Bakersfield, CA: Pedestrian Struck, Killed by Vehicle on Chester Avenue
Man Killed in Bakersfield Hit-and-Run Accident on Chester Avenue near West Columbus Street
Bakersfield, California (February 26, 2021) – A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle possibly involved in a street racing Wednesday night in Bakersfield, according to a local news source.
The deadly accident, which was reported at about 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 24, happened on Chester Avenue, just south of West Columbus Street.
Authorities said a man believed to be in his early 40s was crossing Chester Avenue when he was hit by a vehicle that was allegedly racing with another car.
The pedestrian sustained major injuries and was transported to Kern Medical, where he later succumbed to his injuries. His name has not been disclosed pending notification of family.
Both vehicles fled the scene after the accident. The car that hit the man was described as a compact white model Honda or Subaru.
Chester Avenue between West Columbus and 40th Streets was closed in both directions while the authorities conduct an investigation.
The accident remains under investigation. Anyone with information about the crash is urged to contact the authorities at 327-7111.
Many pedestrians are hurt and several others killed in accidents in California every year. The causes of many of these pedestrian accidents include 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.
Motorists are also required by law to slow down as they approach crosswalks, whether marked or unmarked. They are also expected to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians at controlled intersections. In the event of a pedestrian accident, the authorities will carry out an investigation to establish if the driver may have violated these traffic rules. The authorities may conduct a sobriety test on the driver to establish if the motorist had been driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If an investigation proves that negligence on the part of the motorist was a factor in the accident, the victim’s family is advised to file a case in court. The Pacific Attorney Group has a team of experienced litigators who will help the clients in the pursuit of justice.
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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.
