[03-16-2024] Sacramento County, CA – Male Pedestrian Killed After Being Hit by Vehicle on Folsom Boulevard

A male pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in Sacramento on Saturday evening, March 16, 2024.

The Sacramento Police Department reported that the fatal crash occurred around 9:20 p.m. on Folsom Boulevard near Julliard Drive.

The victim, whom the coroner’s office identified as Terry L., had serious injuries. Sacramento Fire officials tried to save his life when they arrived on the scene but were unable to.

The unnamed driver who was involved in the accident stayed at the scene and cooperated. The cause of the crash is unknown, but officials are continuously investigating the accident.

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What To Do After A Sacramento Pedestrian Accident

After being struck by a car, it can be difficult to think straight, much less if you were hurt. However, the things you say and do at the scene of the accident can have a big impact on how your subsequent claim against the at-fault party turns out. You can maximize the value of your personal injury claim by doing the following:

1. Seek medical attention right away. Call 911 as soon as the accident occurs. If you are unable to do so due to your injuries, ask someone to call emergency services.
2. Call the police. Make sure a police officer creates an official report of the accident.
3. Take photos of the accident scene and the vehicle that hit you. Then, take pictures of your injuries and property damage. It also helps if you document the weather and road conditions at the time of the accident.
4. Exchange details with the at-fault driver. Ask for details like their name, contact information, and insurance policy.
5. Get the contact details of all possible eyewitnesses.
6. Note down all the information you can about your injuries, treatment, and expenses as you go through your recovery process.
7. Never speak with insurance companies or agree to a settlement. Also, avoid posting about the accident on social media.
8. Instead, speak with Sacramento pedestrian accident lawyers as soon as you can to discuss your case.

Get in touch with us if you are having problems getting the police accident report or if an insurance company keeps contacting you regarding the accident. Our Sacramento personal injury lawyers can assist you in communicating with them.

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Pedestrian Accident Statistics

The California Office of Traffic Safety reports that the state has a pedestrian fatality rate that is almost 25% higher than the national average. Furthermore, California is the state with the highest number of pedestrian fatalities on its roads.

In 2021, 7,388 pedestrians were killed. This is a 13% increase from 2020, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Additionally, more than 60,000 pedestrians were injured nationwide.

To combat this alarming number of fatalities and injuries, the California Department of Transportation is building more roundabouts. The Office of Traffic Safety, on the other hand, is funding Pedestrian Assessments in cities with high rates of collisions.