San Jose, CA- Fatal Pedestrian Accident on the 280 South Freeway Near McLaughlin Ave.

San Jose, CA (March 29, 2019)- A pedestrian accident killed a homeless man running across the 280 South Freeway near McLaughlin Avenue. He was hit around 8:40 am on March 28.

According to reports, a naked man in his 40s ran across the southbound lanes of the 280 South Freeway, where a 2012 Isuzu box truck in lane No. 3 hit him. The truck veered left and collided with a gray 2011 Toyota.

The crash caused a 2015 BMW, which was driving behind the box truck, to swerve away from the pedestrian. Unfortunately, this move could not prevent the pedestrian from being struck.

Six southbound lanes of the freeway were closed due to the accident. They reopened around 11:15 am.

We wish the family of the victim comfort and peace during your time of mourning.

Fatal Pedestrian Crashes in California

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, California experienced 858 pedestrian fatalities in 2017. With its vast system of freeways and city intersections, opportunities for pedestrian accidents abound. Pedestrians are in a dangerous situation if drivers are not attentive at intersections or monitor their speed on freeways.

If you’ve lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident in California, you may need the assistance of an experienced accident attorney. Call the Brady Law Group at 866-478-6483 to arrange a meeting with a skillful California accident attorney.

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.