[01-11-2022] Kern County, CA – Man Killed on Highway 99 Pedestrian Crash, Involved in a Prior Crash

An unidentified man was killed after a fatal pedestrian crash in Bakersfield on Tuesday morning, January 11, 2022. The man was reportedly involved in a previous hit-and-run crash before the pedestrian accident.

The man was initially driving his 2000 Plymouth Voyager at around 2:00 a.m. on the northbound lanes of   when he got involved in a collision with two other vehicles.

The unidentified man then reportedly fled the scene on foot and crossed the center barrier wall into the southbound lanes of Highway 99, where a semi-truck later struck him.

Unfortunately, the unidentified man was later pronounced dead at the scene. Inxotication was suspected to be a factor in the accident.

An active investigation is currently underway. Anyone that can provide more information about the accident is urged to call the CHP Bakersfield Area at 661-396-6600.

Fatal Pedestrian Crash Statistics

After a traffic accident, you must remain at the scene and wait for authorities to arrive. Unfortunately, some drivers mistake leaving the scene as they are too afraid to face local authorities.

In 2017 alone, 5,977 pedestrians were killed on US roadways. That averages over to about one death every 88 minutes or nearly one every two minutes. A total of more than 137,000 non-fatal collision-related injuries were treated in emergency rooms in 2017.

Pedestrian deaths have risen sharply in the United States in recent years. Between 2007 and 2016, the number of pedestrian deaths increased by 27%, whereas the number of deaths due to traffic decreased by 14%.

A small number of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured in car accidents every year. Some of the most dangerous circumstances for pedestrians can be found in California. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the fatality rate in California is 25% greater than the national average.

Bakersfield Accident Lawyers for Victims of Fatal Pedestrian Accidents

Victims’ families may make poor decisions about their cases due to grief and sorrow. This is because they strongly recommend hiring a wrongful death attorney with extensive experience.

The victim’s family can file a wrongful death lawsuit to recoup losses incurred due to the tragedy. For example, financial hardship, suffering, and emotional distress are all forms of economic harm.

To recover from a pedestrian accident, the first step is to contact an expert pedestrian lawyer. A wrongful death claim can be pursued with the assistance of an attorney. They have to get it done quickly, which is a concern.

Pedestrian accident attorneys from Arash Law in Bakersfield will fight hard for their clients’ rights and best interests while holding the guilty party accountable. Please call (888) 488-1391 to schedule your free consultation with an incorrect death lawyer.