Bellflower, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Crash on 91 Freeway
Bellflower, CA (December 11, 2018) On the evening of December 10th, a fatal pedestrian crash happened on the Artesia/91 Freeway.According to the reports, a pedestrian walked along the freeway and tried crossing to the east lane when a 2012 Infiniti struck him. The impact of the crash sent the pedestrian into the carpool lane where two other vehicles hit him. One of the vehicles fled the scene without stopping. When the paramedics arrived at the scene, they found the pedestrian dead. The two drivers that remained at the scene were uninjured. The police are currently investigating the accident.
We are sorry to hear that a pedestrian lost his life. We send our condolences to his family as we know it’s never easy to lose a loved one.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
Thousands of pedestrians lose their lives every year in California after being struck by a vehicle. In fact, the numbers continue to increase each year as California remains the state with the highest pedestrian fatality rate. Most of the time drivers are responsible for causing pedestrian accidents, but there are some cases where pedestrians are held partially liable. For example, when pedestrians choose to wear dark clothing at night while crossing the street when vehicles have the right of way, they’re putting themselves at risk.
The police are conducting a thorough investigation of this accident to determine who will be held responsible. So far, they don’t suspect either driver to have been under the influence, but they’re checking to see if the pedestrian was impaired or not. Once they complete their investigation, the pedestrian’s family may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
At Brady Law Group, our clients are our top priority. We fight hard for them until they receive the compensation they may be entitled to for damages and losses. If you or someone you know lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, call 415-453-7900 for a free consultation today.
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.
