[04-26-2023] San Diego County, CA – Woman Critically Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle in Mira Mesa

A pedestrian was rushed to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle in San Diego City’s Mira Mesa neighborhood on Wednesday morning, April 26, 2023.

According to the San Diego Police Department, the incident happened around 7 a.m. at the intersection of Westmore Road and Camino Ruiz.

The woman was crossing the roadway when hit by a Toyota Tacoma. Officer Scott Foster stated in a press release that the pickup struck the woman while making a left turn onto Camino Ruiz at a green light.

Paramedics rushed the woman to a hospital. Foster said she suffered a traumatic brain injury, skull, rib, and pelvic fractures and is not expected to survive.

Police had shut down the intersection to look into a traffic incident. The woman’s age and other details were not immediately made public.

Authorities are still conducting their investigation.

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What To Do After A Pedestrian Accident

It can be challenging to think clearly after a car accident. On the other hand, what you do and say at the accident scene can significantly impact the outcome of your claim against the responsible party. The following tips may assist you in avoiding a decrease in the value of your personal injury claim:

• Call the police after the collision and ensure the officer completes an accident report.
• Photograph your injuries, the accident scene, property damage, the weather, road conditions, and the vehicle that hit you.
• Take a picture of the driver’s license, insurance card, and license plate of the person at fault.
• Obtain all eyewitnesses’ names and contact information and anyone else who may have witnessed something.
• As soon as possible, see a doctor or other healthcare professional and inform them of all affected areas of your body.
• Keep a record of your injuries and recovery. Describe your feelings, the therapy you are receiving, and your expenses.
• Consult an experienced lawyer before dealing with an insurance adjuster or accepting a settlement offer.
• Avoid using social media, and do not discuss your accident or its circumstances.
• Contact an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your case.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Accidents involving pedestrians are more likely to result in death or severe injury. If a pedestrian is struck, they have no way of defending themselves.

Pedestrian accidents have become more common in the United States. In recent decades, pedestrians have made up most of those killed or injured in traffic accidents.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), pedestrian fatalities increased by 27% between 2007 and 2016, while other traffic fatalities decreased by 14%.

In the United States, 5,977 people died while walking in 2017. According to the most recent statistics, an estimated 88 people are killed every minute. In 2017, hospitals treated 137,000 non-fatal pedestrian injuries.

According to a recent study, Californian pedestrians are more likely to be injured or killed than pedestrians in other states. In 2020, pedestrian accidents in California resulted in 55,000 injuries and 6,516 deaths.