Pacifica, CA- Pedestrian Injured in Accident on San Pedro Ave

Pacifica, CA (June 24, 2019)- A DUI crash at Pedro Point Shopping Center in Pacifica left a pedestrian with major injuries on Saturday.

The accident, which took place on San Pedro Ave, occurred when a 33-year-old female Pacifica resident was hit by a southbound vehicle as she attempted to cross San Pedro Ave.

The victim was transported to San Francisco General Hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Following the crash, officials arrested 32-year-old Montara resident Robert Walton on suspicion of DUI. He was booked into San Mateo County Jail.

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with additional information about this accident is asked to call police at 650-738-7314.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time.  We hope for a full recovery.

California’s Pedestrian Accidents

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety studied the way speed affects injuries in pedestrian accidents. They found that a pedestrian would have a 25% chance of major injury if struck by a vehicle going 32 miles per hour. At 58 miles per hour, however, the pedestrian has a 90% chance of major injury.

The attorneys at the Brady Law Group are dedicated to the belief that injured pedestrians should never have to carry the financial burden that comes with a crash caused by a negligent driver. For over 25 years, we’ve helped our clients receive substantial settlements for their medical bills, lost wages, and other costs. If you or a loved one have been hurt in a pedestrian crash, call us at 866-478-6483 for a complimentary consultation.

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.