[01-01-2025] San Diego County, CA – 33-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck on I-5 in Cardiff by the Sea

[01-01-2025] 33-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck on I-5 in Cardiff by the SeaA 33-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle on Interstate Route 5 North near Birmingham Drive in Cardiff by the Sea, San Diego County, on Wednesday night, January 1, 2025.

According to preliminary information from the California Highway Patrol, multiple 911 calls were received reporting a man walking across Interstate Route 5 North just south of Birmingham Drive.

Later that night, a Toyota sedan transitioning toward the Birmingham Drive off-ramp struck the pedestrian as he was walking on the highway.

Emergency personnel, including law enforcement and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene. Responding paramedics pronounced the man deceased at the scene due to trauma.

Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

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What To Do After A Pedestrian Accident In San Diego County

After a pedestrian accident, remain calm. Take the following steps to protect your well-being and right to compensation:

  1. Check for injuries and call 911. Move to a safe location near the scene of the accident. If moving will aggravate your injuries, ask for help and stay still. Let the paramedics give you initial medical care.
  2. Note the contact details of the driver and any witnesses to the collision. This will be instrumental in the police report.
  3. If you can, take pictures and videos of your injuries, the vehicle involved, and the scene of the collision.
  4. Talk to the authorities about what happened, but avoid taking the blame, saying sorry, or making assumptions.
  5. Get prompt medical help at a hospital and strictly follow your doctor’s medical advice.
  6. Don’t post on social media. Insurance adjusters are trained to look for anything they could use to hurt your claim and reduce the amount they have to pay you.
  7. Call Arash Law at (888) 488-1391. They can gather evidence, such as CCTV footage from nearby businesses, and ensure that every aspect of your case is managed well. Let our reliable pedestrian accident lawyers help you recover financial compensation for all your damages.

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Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Recent data showed that California roadways are considered to be the third-deadliest for pedestrians in the entire United States. In fact, the 653 pedestrian fatalities recorded in 2012 increased to 1,108 in 2021.

In San Diego County, the Office of Traffic Safety reported 1,095 pedestrians who were killed and injured in traffic collisions in 2022. One hundred three of these victims were under the age of 15, while 143 were 65 years old and above.

If you’re injured in one, reach out to our pedestrian accident attorneys in San Diego. We can help you pursue justice and fair compensation.

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