Los Angeles, CA – Man Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Glen Anderson Fwy
Los Angeles, CA (May 28, 2019) On the morning of May 26th, a fatal pedestrian accident happened on the Glen Anderson Freeway, also known as the 105 Freeway. According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision happened not far from Vermont Avenue at approximately 2:07 a.m. A vehicle struck a man who was walking in the eastbound lanes of the highway. The man was wearing dark clothing at the time of the crash.
The driver called for help at approximately 2:16 a.m. When the paramedics and the police arrived, they found the man dead at the scene.
Crews investigated the accident as they also cleared up the scene.
Our thoughts are with the deceased victim’s family as they grieve over his loss.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
Unfortunately, over 6,200 pedestrian fatalities occurred nationwide in 2018. Studies confirmed that the leading cause of almost every pedestrian fatality has been distracted driving. If a vehicle strikes a pedestrian late at night, the cause could also be that the driver was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or even tired. No matter the reason why a pedestrian accident occurs, they still put pedestrians at risk of sustaining major injuries or losing their lives.
At Brady Law Group, we have made it our number one mission to assist those who have either lost loved ones in vehicle collisions or who have sustained major injuries in vehicle collisions. We continuously help countless of our clients every year win their wrongful death and personal injury lawsuits. Call our office today for a free consultation at 866-478-6483 if you lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident.
Note:Â 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.