[03-26-2022] San Joaquin County, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Accident Results in One Death in Manteca

A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Manteca on Saturday, March 26.

The fatal crash occurred around 7:55 p.m. at North Airport Way, just north of West Lathrop Road.

Officers immediately responded to reports of a vehicle hitting a pedestrian, according to the Manteca Police Department on Facebook.

Officers discovered a pedestrian with serious injuries who was later pronounced dead at the scene.

According to the police, the driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.

According to the Manteca Police Department, drugs and alcohol were not a factor in the accident.

Once the family has been notified, the person’s identity who died will be disclosed.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrians can suffer serious injuries or even die in an accident with another vehicle. Passengers in automobiles and motorcycles are not shielded from the danger of being killed in collisions.

The number of pedestrian deaths and injuries in the United States is on the rise. Over the past three decades, pedestrians have been responsible for a large percentage of all road deaths.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, between 2007 and 2016, the number of traffic-related deaths decreased by 14 percent, but the number of pedestrian deaths rose by 27 percent.

In 2017, the number of people who died on foot in the United States totaled 5,977. One person dies every 88 minutes, according to current estimates. Non-fatal pedestrian injuries sent 137,000 people to the emergency room in 2017.

According to recent studies, pedestrians in California are more likely to be injured or killed than those in other states. Pedestrian deaths and injuries totaled 893 last year in California, with 14,000 people hurt.

Motorist negligence, speeding, and pedestrians failing to yield to each other are the most common causes of pedestrian accidents. Having a knowledgeable lawyer on your side is essential in situations like this.

San Joaquin County Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Regardless of whether a pedestrian is in a designated crosswalk, drivers must slow down. At controlled intersections, pedestrians must be given precedence. Accident investigators are checking the vehicle driver that struck the pedestrian to see if any traffic laws were broken.

The deceased person’s family can file wrongful death claims to recover damages from the person or organization responsible for their loss. For example, a jury may award damages for lost wages, funeral expenses, and pain and suffering.

Arash Law is devoted to vigorously defending the rights and interests of its clients in all legal proceedings. Our San Joaquin County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law have extensive experience in settlement negotiations and courtroom battles, so they know how to win your case.

We can save lives if we hold reckless drivers accountable. Arash Law can assist you if you’ve been injured in a car accident, truck accident, slip and fall accident, or any other kind of motor vehicle accident.

Our California car accident attorneys are among the best in the state and will vigorously defend our clients’ rights. To schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys, call us at (888) 488-1391.