Dixon, CA- Pedestrian Killed on Interstate 80 at Currey Road

Dixon, CA (April 8, 2019)- Westbound Interstate 80 near Currey Road was the scene of a crash involving a pedestrian and a silver Dodge Journey. The accident occurred on Monday morning at around 8:12 am.

The coroner was called after the pedestrian died from their injuries at the crash scene.

The driver of the Dodge stopped and cooperated with police following the crash. As of now, the reason for the pedestrian being on the freeway is not known.

The No. 3 lane and off-ramp were closed and backed up to Dixon Avenue due to the crash.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the victim. We wish them comfort and peace during this trying time.

Pedestrian Accidents on California’s Highways

Pedestrians are always at risk on the road, but statistics show that over the past few years, the situation for pedestrians has gotten worse. Recently, the Governor’s Highway Safety Association reported 6,227 pedestrian accident fatalities in the US in 2018. This amounts to 250 more pedestrian deaths than in 2017. In addition, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety observed a 46% increase in pedestrian accidents in the time span from 2009 to 2016.

If a pedestrian accident has caused you or someone you love injury or death, contact the pedestrian accident lawyers at the Brady Law Group. We possess over 25 years of experience successfully helping victims of pedestrian accidents obtain the compensation they deserve. Call us 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.