Bakersfield, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Airport Drive

Bakersfield, CA (December 25, 2018) On the 22^nd of December, a fatal pedestrian accident happened in the area of Airport Drive and Golden State Avenue. According to the reports, a 22-year-old named Chrystal Dawn Scheer crossed Airport Drive when two vehicles struck her at approximately 7:00 a.m. When the paramedics arrived, they found Scheer dead at the scene. Both drivers remained at the crash site and cooperated with the police.  The accident is currently under investigation.

We send our condolences to Scheer’s family as we know it’s never easy to lose a loved one, especially in a pedestrian accident that could have possibly been avoided.

Pedestrian Accidents in California

Recent studies revealed that nearly 6,000 pedestrian fatalities occurred in California last year. The leading cause of all pedestrian accidents is driver’s error, which includes distracted driving. When drivers decide to text, fall asleep at the wheel, drive under the influence, groom, eat, or any other distracting activity, they’re putting themselves and pedestrians at serious risk of being injured or killed. California laws require that drivers yield as they approach pedestrians, but drivers won’t be able to do that if they’re partaking in distracting behavior.

The police are currently investigating this accident to determine why two vehicles crashed into Scheer. If negligence played a role, then Scheer’s family could file a wrongful death lawsuit against the two drivers.

At Brady Law Group, we’ve helped numerous families win large settlements to help with medical expenses, funeral costs, loss of spousal support, and more. If you or someone you love lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, call 866-478-6483 for a free consultation with one of our attorneys.

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.