[01-29-2023] San Diego County, CA – 67-Year-Old Man Killed in National City Pedestrian Accident

A 67-year-old man was killed after being struck by a vehicle in National City on Sunday evening, January 29, 2023.

The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office reported that James S. was fatally struck at around 5:45 p.m. at 3000 East 11th Street.

The driver of the vehicle involved, a Honda sedan, stopped after the crash and dialed 911. What led to the collision is still being investigated.

The elderly pedestrian was transported by paramedics to Scripps Mercy Hospital. Roughly three hours later, he was declared dead.

No further details are immediately available as the investigation by the authorities continues.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to data published by the Governors Highway Safety Association, the number of people who died in traffic-related accidents decreased by 14% between 2007 and 2016. However, deaths of pedestrians increased by 27% throughout this time period. This is a prime example of the rising danger that pedestrians in the United States face on the nation’s roadways.

In the United States in 2012, car accidents were responsible for the deaths of 809 persons and injuries to another 14,000. According to the data, California has the highest rate of pedestrian fatalities and serious injuries in the entire country.

More than 6,000 individuals died in traffic accidents in the United States last year. As the year drew to a close, 88 people were dying per minute. Each year, car accidents in the United States send over 130,000 people to emergency rooms.

What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

If you or someone you know has been involved in a pedestrian accident, you must contact the police immediately. Only provide the cops with the facts; don’t give them your interpretation of what happened or any assumptions. Some victims may profusely apologize, even if they played no part in causing the disaster. The insurance company may use this information against you if you make a claim.

In order to obtain a copy of the incident report, you should get in touch with the local police station where the crash took place. Or simply fill out our online form if you’d want us to make the inquiry for you. Once we have these data, we may begin working on your claim. If you would like a free initial assessment of your case’s merits, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in San Diego County

A pedestrian in the state of California has the same legal rights as a motorist, bicycle, or automobile passenger in the case of a serious or deadly traffic accident. Anyone hurt or losing a loved one in a traffic accident that was someone else’s fault might file a personal injury or wrongful death claim.

Our trusted San Diego County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience and accolades advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $750 million.

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