San Diego, CA – Woman Struck and Killed By Vehicle Near SDSU
San Diego, CA (March 24, 2019) – A 48-year-old woman was hit by a car and fatally injured Friday night near San Diego State University.
The pedestrian-involved accident occurred on March 22nd at 7:45 p.m. in the 4800 block of College Avenue, south of Montezuma Road. California Highway Patrol responded to the scene.
The incident happened when a 66-year-old woman, who was driving a Nissan Versa northbound, struck the pedestrian who was crossing College Avenue eastbound mid-block.
The driver stayed on the scene to render assistance and call authorities. Emergency responders were called to render aid and the pedestrian was transported by ambulance to a hospital where sadly, she succumbed to her injuries.
The accident is still under investigation.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
Nearly 700 pedestrians died in vehicular accidents in California in 2016. If you are hit by a car, truck, motorcycle, or van while walking as a pedestrian, a California accident lawyer can help you garner financial compensation for your pain and suffering.
Pedestrians are severely disadvantaged in an accident with a vehicle. The pedestrian is unprotected with no seatbelts or airbags and often sustains significant injuries such as:
- Broken bones;
- Spinal cord injuries;
- Brain injuries;
- Internal bleeding;
- Torn ligaments;
- Nerve damage; and/or
- Cuts and lacerations.
At Brady Law Group, we understand how difficult it can be to deal with the aftermath of one of these accidents. If you or a loved one have been injured due to the negligence of another party, you might be entitled to certain means of compensation for your losses and will need the guidance of an experienced attorney to help you. You’ve been through enough and we don’t want you to stand alone. Please contact us to find out what we can do for you at 866-478-6483.
Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.
Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.
