Kyle McNeley Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Bellflower Boulevard in Lakewood
Kyle McNeley Dies in Lakewood Pedestrian Crash on Bellflower Boulevard; Jesus Arias Arrested
Lake Wood, California (April 2, 2019) – The hit-and-run motorist who caused a traffic accident that left a man in a wheelchair dead Thursday evening in Lakewood has been arrested, according to a local news source.
The deadly crash happened at around 8:05 p.m. Thursday, March 28 on Bellflower Boulevard, just north of Harvey Way.
Police said Kyle McNeley, 29, of Lakewood, was hit by a northbound 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee while trying to cross Bellflower Boulevard eastbound in the crosswalk on the north side of the intersection.
McNeley was taken to a local trauma center, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Vehicle in Lakewood
The driver of the Cherokee, Jesus Jorge Arias, 37, of Lakewood, fled the scene after the crash. He later returned to the scene and was determined to be under the influence.
Arias was arrested and charged with one count each of driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage causing injury, driving with a 0.08 percent blood alcohol content causing injury, hit-and-run driving resulting in death and two counts of child abuse under the circumstances likely to produce great bodily injury or death.
Arias is set to be arraigned April 18 at the Long Beach courthouse.
The crash remains under investigation by the authorities.
Our sincere sympathies go to the family and friends of McNeley. 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.
