Fresno, CA- Pedestrian in Wheelchair Killed in Crash at E. Shields Ave and N. Cedar Ave

Fresno, CA (April 2, 2019)- A pedestrian in a wheelchair was killed in a crash at the intersection of East Shields and North Cedar Avenue on the morning of April 1.

The man in the wheelchair died at the scene of the crash. Witnesses said that the pedestrian was rolling in and out of the street with his wheelchair, missing collisions with cars until he was eventually hit.

Though the victim’s name was not reported, police noted that they had spoken with him previously about rolling into the street in this manner.

The driver who hit the pedestrian remained at the site of the crash and cooperated with police.

The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Our sincere sympathies are with the family and friends of the deceased. Our thoughts are with them.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in California

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration collects data on crashes of all types. They reported that in the United States, 70% of all pedestrians killed in crashes are male. These victims are also more likely to be over the age of 55.

You may need the assistance of an accident attorney if you’ve lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident. Attorneys at the Brady Law Group have almost three decades of experience with fatal pedestrian crashes and wrongful death suits. If you’ve lost someone due to a pedestrian crash, please call us 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.