Peter Alexander Helldoerfer Dies after Auto-Pedestrian Accident on Diablo Avenue in Novato
Peter Alexander Helldoerfer Killed in Novato Pedestrian Crash on Diablo Avenue and George Street
Novato, California (June 4, 2019) – A 30-year-old pedestrian died days after a traffic accident involving a suspected DUI driver last week in Novato, according to a local news source.
The accident was reported at about 9:24 p.m. Thursday, May 30, in the 900 block of Diablo Avenue near George Street.
According to the police, Peter Alexander Helldoerfer, 30, of Novato, was crossing the street in a marked crosswalk at Diablo Avenue and George Street when he was hit by a vehicle that was going east on Diablo.
Peter Alexander Helldoerfer Killed in Novato Pedestrian Accident
Helldoerfer sustained major injuries and was taken to Marin General Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased on Saturday night.
The driver of the vehicle involved, identified as Deanna Bowden, 29, of Novato, was arrested and booked into the Marin County Jail for felony DUI.
The fatal accident remains under investigation.
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.
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.
Pedestrian laws require drivers to control their speeds and stop to allow pedestrians cross the roads whether in marked or unmarked crossing areas. The authorities are still investigating to find out if the victim was in a safe zone along the road when the accident occurred.
Upon conclusion of the examination of the crash scene photos, vehicle condition, and other factors including recklessness, intoxication and distracted driving, the victim’s family or loved ones may have a right to file a case and get compensation for their loss.
If you have lost someone you love in a fatal car accident, we highly recommend that you seek legal guidance and fight for justice. At Pacific Attorney Group, we go to a great length to ensure that an insurance company follows the law and offers a full compensation for your loss. Call our firm today, and we will help you get justice for your loved one.
If you are a family member of the person killed and would like to get a free copy of the accident report, please contact Pacific Attorney Group at 1-800-358-9617.
