[04-12-2022] Fresno County, CA – One Person Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Crash Near Friant Road

The California Highway Patrol is investigating a crash that killed a pedestrian in northeast Fresno late Tuesday night, April 12, 2022.

The crash occurred at 11:00 p.m. north of Friant Road on Highway 41.

According to CHP officers, the pedestrian was crossing the southbound lanes when he was struck by an oncoming vehicle.

The victim was thrown into the center median as a result of the collision.

His name has not been released because he died at the scene.

The 19-year-old driver and his 17-year-old passenger escaped injury in the accident. They’re both working with the CHP.

According to the investigators, drugs or alcohol are not believed to have played a role.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Since they are unable to protect themselves from potentially fatal injuries, pedestrians represent the most vulnerable road users.

In recent years, the number of pedestrian deaths in the United States has risen alarmingly. Between 2007 and 2016, the number of pedestrian deaths increased by 14, while all other types of traffic-related deaths decreased.

When it came to drinking and driving, pedestrians had no doubt. Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a criminal offense. Drunk-driving accidents are not as common in the United States as they should be.

The NHTSA estimates that drunk driving is responsible for the deaths of 30 Americans each day in the United States. Twenty-nine percent of all traffic-related deaths in the United States are attributed to drunk driving. The legal limit for blood alcohol content (BAC) is 0.08 percent.

Fresno County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Drivers must slow down regardless of whether a pedestrian is crossing in an official crosswalk or not. Pedestrians must be given priority at all intersections subject to regulation. Accident investigators will investigate the vehicle driver that struck the pedestrian to determine if any traffic laws were broken.

To recover damages from the person or organization responsible for their loss, the deceased person’s family can file a wrongful death claim. In addition to pain and suffering, lost wages, and funeral expenses are all types of damages that can be recovered.

To the fullest extent of the law, Arash Law is committed to protecting our clients’ rights and interests. Our Fresno County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law have a long history of success in both out-of-court settlement negotiations and courtroom litigation.

Innocent people’s lives can be saved by enforcing stricter penalties for negligent drivers. In any car accident, Arash Law can help you get the compensation you deserve.

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