Colton, CA: Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Car on 215 Freeway Sunday
1 Killed in Colton Pedestrian Accident on 215 Freeway near 10 Freeway
Colton, California (December 9, 2019) – A pedestrian was fatally struck by a car Sunday morning on 215 Freeway in Colton, a local news source reported.
As per the article, the victim had been seen running in the freeway shortly before an SUV hit him at about 6:30 a.m. near the 10 Freeway.
The driver of the vehicle stopped after the crash and reported the incident.
The pedestrian died in the accident.
Authorities blocked the southbound 215 traffic following the accident.
Authorities are investigating the incident.
What You Should Know about Pedestrian Accidents
Accidents involving pedestrians usually result in severe injuries or death. Victims of pedestrian accidents sustain internal injuries, broken bones, as well as cuts and bruises. Internal injuries and broken bones can potentially cause death or incapacitation if not treated quickly.
Pedestrians are advised to use designated crosswalks when crossing streets and sidewalks when walking along the streets for their safety.
Some of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents include:-
- Failure of drivers to yield or stop for pedestrians who have the right of way.
- Speeding and reckless driving – Driving a car at higher than the designated speed limit and without regard to other road users makes it difficult for the driver to control the car in case of an emergency.
- Drunk driving which impairs a drivers reasoning, reaction times, and their general driving skills.
- In addition to these causes, pedestrians can contribute to accidents by being intoxicated, being engaged in distracted walking like talking on their phones, or texting.
In case you or your loved one was involved in a pedestrian accident, it is advisable to talk to a personal injury attorney. Feel free to ask any question that you may have concerning personal injury.
Did your Loved One Die in a Pedestrian Accident? Seek Legal Intervention.
Pacific Attorney Group passes condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. We hope they will gather enough courage to accept the situation.
Despite having laws that control traffic and give pedestrians the right to use specified sections of the roads, a significant number of traffic accidents reported in California every year involve pedestrians. When pedestrian accidents happen, liability may lie on the driver, the pedestrian, or both. Due to the complex nature of accidents, expertise is needed to determine what factors may have contributed to the event.
At Pacific Attorney Group, we not only provide excellent legal services, but we also connect our clients to other players including government agencies and insurance companies in the pursuit of justice.
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