High Desert, CA: Pedestrian Hit, Killed by Vehicle on Highway 18 near Cody Road
40-Year-Old Lucerne Valley Man Killed in High Desert Pedestrian Accident on Highway 18 near Cody Road
High Desert, California (May 7, 2019) – A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle Saturday night in the High Desert, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The tragic pedestrian accident happened at around 11:00 p.m. Saturday, May 4 on Highway 18, just west of Cody Road.
According to the CHP, the pedestrian, a 40-year-old Lucerne Valley man, was walking within the eastbound lane of Highway 18 when he was hit by an eastbound 2002 white Honda CRV driven by a 23-year-old Lucerne Valley woman.
Pedestrian Fatally Hit by Car on Highway 18 in High desert Saturday, May 4
The force of the impact threw the pedestrian onto the south dirt shoulder of Highway 18. The pedestrian, who has not been identified pending notification of family, died at the scene.
The driver of the Honda lost control of her vehicle and rolled over after the impact. The driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was ejected onto the eastbound lane of Highway 18 where he was hit by a car that was heading eastbound Highway 18
The Honda driver sustained major injuries. Her name and current condition were not immediately disclosed.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
Our sincere sympathies go to the family and friends of the person killed in the crash. 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.
