[02-17-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Man Killed After Being Hit by Two Vehicles in Sylmar

A male pedestrian was killed after being struck by two vehicles, one a semi-truck, in Sylmar, Los Angeles, on Friday morning, February 17, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at about 6:15 a.m. on the eastbound Foothill (210) Freeway west of Hubbard Street.

The pedestrian was found dead and reported by a 911 caller lying on the highway’s No. 2 lane. The CHP logs stated that a white semi-truck initially struck the man before getting hit again by a pickup truck. Both vehicles reportedly remained at the scene.

The pedestrian was declared dead at the site. No further details on the man’s identification were immediately known.

All the freeway’s eastbound lanes past Hubbard Street were shut down to make way for an investigation.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

The number of people killed in automobile accidents fell by 14% between 2007 and 2016, per the Governors Highway Safety Association. Nonetheless, despite these declines, there was a 27% increase in pedestrian fatalities throughout same time. These numbers illustrate the increasing risk to pedestrians on U.S. highways.

There were 5,977 pedestrian deaths in the US in 2016. By year’s end, it was projected that 88 people were losing their lives every minute. Over 137,000 persons required medical attention in 2017 due to a pedestrian injury.

More than 14,000 pedestrians were injured in California in 2012, and 893 lost their lives. Several studies have shown that this is the leading cause of death and injury among pedestrians in the state.

What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

When a pedestrian accident occurs, it is crucial to contact the authorities immediately. When responding to inquiries from investigators or insurers, it’s best not to make any assumptions. The victim could feel like they need to apologize even though they did nothing wrong in the mishap. The insurance company may use such behavior against a claim in such a case.

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Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Los Angeles

Those who want to walk along California’s roadways are afforded the same legal protections as motorists, bicycles, and passengers. If you or a loved one were injured in a vehicle accident that wasn’t your fault, you might be entitled to file a personal injury or wrongful death case to seek financial compensation.

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