Santa Ana, CA- Pedestrian Killed at South Fairview and West Harvard Streets

Santa Ana, CA (June 13, 2019)- South Fairview Street and West Harvard Street was the scene of a deadly pedestrian crash on Tuesday at approximately 10:15 pm.

According to reports, when authorities responded to calls about a crash, they found a man prone on the sidewalk near a bicycle. He had sustained major traumatic injuries.

Authorities stated that it is not known at this time whether the man was walking with his bike or riding the bike when the accident took place.

The victim was transported to a local hospital where he soon passed away.

An initial investigation into the accident showed that a southbound driver drove over a curb on South Fairview Street and hit the man on the westbound sidewalk.

The driver stopped at a parking lot near the crash scene and called authorities.

Some reports on the crash remain contradictory. Santa Ana Police ask anyone who witnessed the accident to contact them at 714-245-8200.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased at this time.  Our thoughts are with them.

Fatal Pedestrian Crashes in California

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that a fatal pedestrian accident happens approximately every one and a half hours each day in the United States. Drivers remaining alert to pedestrians on the road and sidewalks could have avoided most of these accidents. Some things that seem harmless to a driver– such as backing into a parking spot or making right turns on red– can add up to a pedestrian death if the driver doesn’t keep an eye out for those walking or biking nearby.

Many drivers are used to just focusing on other vehicles; it’s easy to forget that pedestrians have rights as well. If a driver’s negligent behavior has caused you to lose a loved one in a pedestrian crash, contact the attorneys with the Brady Law Group at 866-478-6483 for a complimentary consultation. We possess almost three decades of experience helping families pursue wrongful death cases. We know what it’s like to lose someone in a pedestrian crash. Let us guide you as you take the next steps forward.

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.