[05-01-2023] Riverside County, CA – Elderly Pedestrian Killed in Beaumont After Being Struck By Truck

A senior citizen was killed after being hit by a truck while walking on the street in Beaumont on Monday morning, May 1, 2023.

According to the Beaumont Police Department, the tragic incident happened around 8:40 a.m. near Highland Springs Avenue and Sixth Street.

The elderly woman, identified as Pla K., 84, was walking in an unknown direction when the big rig ran straight to her. The driver immediately stopped, according to the police.

Riverside County Fire Department paramedics immediately responded to a 911 call from a witness. Unfortunately, the victim was pronounced dead on the spot.

The truck driver stayed at the scene for questioning. Drugs or alcohol are not a factor in this incident.

The investigation regarding the accident is still ongoing.

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What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

After suffering injuries, it can be challenging to think clearly. What you do and say at the accident scene can significantly impact the outcome of your claim against the negligent party. 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 what costs you pay.
• Do not 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 an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your case.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Death or serious injury is more likely to occur in pedestrian accidents. If a pedestrian is hit, they have no way to defend themselves.

There has been a rise in pedestrian accidents across 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 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.