Huntington Beach, CA: Man Struck and Killed by Vehicle on Beach Boulevard near Garfield Avenue
Pedestrian Killed in Huntington Beach Accident on Beach Boulevard near Garfield Avenue
Huntington Beach, California (July 7, 2021) – A 45-year-old Huntington Beach man died after being struck by a vehicle early Monday morning in Huntington Beach.
The deadly crash happened at approximately 2:52 a.m. on Beach Boulevard at Garfield Avenue.
As per the report, a pedestrian stepped from the center median into the highway where he was struck by a 2018 Kia Rio heading southbound on Beach Boulevard.
Huntington Beach Crash Kills 1
Sadly, the man died at the crash site.
The involved motorist, a 35-year-old Anaheim man, stopped after the collision and cooperated with the law enforcers.
Authorities did not believe drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash.
An investigation into the accident is underway. Anyone with information about this crash is urged to call officials at (714) 536-5670.
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.
If you have lost someone you love in a pedestrian accident and need legal help, call our law office at Click to call : 866-803-6502 and talk to an accident attorney.
