[05-01-2023] Merced County, CA – 82-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed, Another Injured After Vehicle Crash Along East Olive Avenue

An 82-year-old pedestrian was killed, and another person was injured after a vehicle crash along East Olive Avenue, Merced County, on Monday evening, May 01, 2023.

According to the Merced Police Department, the fatal crash happened around 8:18 p.m. in the 2300 block of East Olive Avenue near McKee Road.

The elderly victim was crossing the road when a 38-year-old female driving eastbound on a Toyota Camry struck him.

The 82-year-old was transported to a nearby hospital but later died. A young passenger sustained minor injuries, while the driver was left unharmed.

It was reported that the area at the time was dark and had minimal lighting. The authorities are currently investigating the matter.

Reliable Merced County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

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What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

Thinking clearly after a car accident has left you injured can be difficult. However, the outcome of your claim against the negligent party heavily depends on what you do and say at the accident scene. The following tips may help you avoid reducing your personal injury claim value:

• Call the police after the accident, and make sure the officer creates an accident report.
• Take photos of your injuries, the accident scene, property damage, weather conditions, road conditions, and the vehicle that struck you.
• Take a picture of the driver at fault’s license, insurance card, and license plate.
• Obtain all eyewitnesses’ names, contact information, or anyone who has seen anything.
• Immediately visit a doctor or other healthcare professional and inform them of all affected parts of your body.
• Keep a journal detailing your injuries and recovery. Describe how you feel, the treatment you receive, and the costs you pay.
• Wait to speak to an insurance adjuster or accept a settlement offer before speaking with an experienced lawyer.
• Stay off social media. Don’t post about your accident or its circumstances.
• Contact a reliable pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your case.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrians are at a greater risk of death or serious injury in the event of a collision. If a pedestrian is hit, they have no safety net to protect them.

Pedestrian fatalities have increased in recent years across the United States. In recent decades, pedestrians have made up the majority of those killed or hurt in car accidents.

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

In 2017, 5,977 people died on foot in the United States. According to the latest data, an estimated 88 people are killed every minute. In 2017, 137,000 people were treated in hospitals for non-fatal pedestrian injuries.

According to a recent study, Californian pedestrians face a higher risk of injury or death than pedestrians in other states. In 2020, pedestrian accidents in California resulted in 55,000 injuries and 6,516 deaths.