San Francisco, CA- Fatal Collision Between Dump Truck and Skateboarder at 7th and Howard Streets

San Francisco, CA (April 24, 2019)- 26-year-old New York resident Pablo Ramirez was killed at the 100 block of 7th Street near Howard Street on Tuesday at around 12:16 pm.

The crash took place when a dump truck driving on 7th Street collided with Ramirez. According to reports, Ramirez, a professional, sponsored skateboarder, was traveling by holding on to the rear of a vehicle when the commercial truck hit him.

Ramirez was known among his friends and family for his friendly and optimistic personality as well as his accomplished skateboarding skills.

Further details are unavailable at this time.

An investigation into the crash is ongoing.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of Pablo Ramirez at this time.  Our thoughts are with them.

When Trucks Collide with Skateboarders in California

Anyone who travels by foot, skateboard, or e-scooter is vulnerable in a crash with an automobile. A crash involving a large truck is the worst-case scenario, however. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration stated in 2016 that 6.1% of accidents with large trucks in the United States resulted in pedestrian death. This adds up to 364 pedestrians dying after collisions with trucks vastly surpassing their speed, weight, and height.

Someone on foot, a skateboard, or a scooter is unlikely to survive after being hit by a large truck. If you’ve lost a family member in an accident with a truck, you may be eligible for compensation. For nearly thirty years, the Brady Law Group has been securing multi-million dollar settlements with our clients in truck accident cases. Call 866-478-6483 to find out how we can help you.

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.