Felton, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Accident on State Route 9

Felton, CA (February 22, 2019) – On Thursday, February 21, a fatal pedestrian accident took place on State Route 9 while a pedestrian was crossing the street.

According to police, the accident took place on Thursday afternoon around 5 p.m. The pedestrian had been by 6363 CA-9, near Graham Hill Road, when the accident took place.

The accident was so forceful that it led to fatal trauma in the pedestrian, who was only identified as a male. His identity is being withheld until the next-of-kin is notified.

Police say that the driver of the vehicle, which is believed to be a silver SUV, fled the scene soon after the accident. Investigators continue to work on the case and determine who was driving at the time of the accident.

First and foremost, we would like to take this time to extend our condolences to the family and friends of the pedestrian whose life was taken in this accident, with the hopes that they will find strength at this time.

Pedestrian Accidents in California

California now ranks fifteenth on a list of states with the most fatal pedestrian accidents. California continues to move up the list due to the prevalence of these accidents on our roads every year. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal California pedestrian accident, you might wonder what options you have during this challenging time in your family’s life. It is imperative to take the first steps in protecting your rights in the midst of your wrongful death claim and speak with an attorney you can rely on.

Our attorneys at Brady Law Group have handled a variety of personal injury and wrongful death claims for those who are feeling helpless and lost after losing somebody close to them or receiving injuries due to a negligent party. Losing a loved one means that you might be dealing with a wide variety of emotions as well as financial matters you never thought you would have to face. Please contact us to find out what we can do for you in your time of need 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.