[05-09-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – One Man Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Crash on SR-62

The pedestrian survey worker that was killed after getting struck by a F150 struck him in Morongo Valley on May 9, 2022.

The victim was identified as 25-year-old Dylan M. he was standing next to his work truck at the time of the accident.

The Ford F150 driver was uninjured in the mishap. It’s unclear whether intoxication played a role in the accident.

Local authorities are still actively investigating the case.

According to the California Highway Patrol, a pedestrian survey worker was killed while standing near his truck in the center median of State Route 62 in Morongo Valley on Monday, May 9, 2022.

The crash occurred around 2:10 p.m. on SR-62, just east of Senilis Avenue.

According to the California Highway Patrol, a 39-year-old man was driving a Ford F150 westbound on SR 62 near Senilis Ave in the #1 lane. The F150 crossed into the center median for unknown reasons, striking the pedestrian survey worker and his work truck.

The collision caused the work truck to collide with a Toyota Rav4 traveling eastbound on SR-62’s #2 lane.

The F150 came to a stop in the middle of the road.

The other vehicles were found on private property and on SR 62 eastbound.

The pedestrian was taken to Palm Springs’ Desert Regional Medical Center (DRMC), where he was pronounced dead.

He has not been identified at this time.

The F150’s driver and a passenger, both 18, were taken to DRMC with suspected moderate injuries.

According to authorities, the passenger was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident. The other passengers were all buckled up.

At this time, the cause of the crash is still being investigated. CHP confirmed that drugs and/or alcohol did not appear to be a factor in the crash at this time.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

There is a greater risk of injury or death for pedestrians and motorcycle riders than for other road users. Because they are not adequately protected in the event of an accident, this is the reason.

Tragically, the number of accidents involving pedestrians has risen dramatically. Between 2007 and 2016, the number of pedestrian deaths in the US increased by 27%, while all other types of traffic-related deaths decreased by 14%.

Pedestrian deaths in the United States totaled 5,977 in 2017. One person dies every 88 minutes in the United States. Hospital emergency rooms treated approximately 137,000 non-fatal pedestrian injuries in 2017.

Compared to other states, California has the highest rate of pedestrian deaths and serious injuries. Last year, 893 people died, and 14,000 were injured in California car accidents that involved pedestrians.

Driver carelessness, excessive speed, and failure to yield to pedestrians are the most common causes of pedestrian accidents. Legal counsel is critical when faced with a situation like this.

San Bernardino County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Every day, car accidents occur in the United States. If you or someone you care about is in an accident, the outcome may be anything but predictable. You don’t have to go through this alone if a loved one has been killed in a pedestrian accident.

Experienced attorneys can provide both legal advice and emotional support during this difficult time. Insurance companies can take advantage of people who have recently lost a loved one because they are still in mourning. It is imperative that you consult with an attorney as soon as possible in order to ensure the protection of your rights.
Our experienced San Bernardino County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law will fight for the compensation you and your family deserve. Families of the deceased may seek restitution for their losses, including salary, funeral expenses, pain and suffering, and mental anguish, by filing a wrongful death lawsuit.

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