Torrance, CA – Arrest Made in Deadly Pedestrian Crash at Crenshaw Blvd and Maricopa St

Torrance, CA (March 18, 2019) – Torrance police have made an arrest in an accident that killed a pedestrian at Crenshaw Boulevard and Maricopa Street at 6:00 a.m. Saturday.

30-year-old Erica Deleon, of Los Angeles, was driving a 2018 Nissan Sentra when she struck a man crossing the street outside of the marked crosswalk. Deleon had a green light driving southbound on Crenshaw.

The pedestrian, whose name was not identified by police, experienced severe injuries and died soon after at the accident scene.

Deleon, who was driving without a license, was arrested when police found suspected narcotics in her possession. She has been arrested for DUI and is being held at Torrance facility. Her bail is set at $100,000.

Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the person who lost their life in this accident.

Pedestrian Accidents in California

California law states that pedestrians always have the right-of-way. Pedestrians found crossing streets outside of a crosswalk may be ticketed if caught by police. However, even if pedestrians are found outside the crosswalk, automobile drivers are required to yield to them.

Because pedestrians move far slower than drivers, any driver distraction can lead to a collision, from texting to being under the influences of substances. If you have been involved in a pedestrian accident, you may need legal representation in order to receive the compensation you deserve. Call the Brady Law Group at 866-478-6483 to speak to an accident attorney with a track record of success in California accident cases.

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.