[05-28-2022] Kern County, CA – One Man Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Bakersfield

A man was killed in Bakersfield after being struck by a vehicle on Saturday night, May 28, 2022.

According to preliminary information, the fatal pedestrian crash occurred around 8:45 p.m. on New Stine Road and Belle Terrace.

According to preliminary reports, a vehicle collided with a man who was already lying on the road.

When emergency crews arrived, they transported the victim to the hospital, where he died from his injuries.

The involved vehicle’s driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.

According to the authorities, drugs and alcohol are not believed to have played a role in the accident.

The identity of the deceased will be disclosed once the deceased’s next of kin has been notified.

There are no other details available.

The crash remains under investigation.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Car accidents frequently result in the death or grave injury of pedestrians. When two cars collide, pedestrians have no protection whatsoever.

A large number of pedestrian accidents have occurred in the United States over the last few years. A pedestrian accident is the leading cause of traffic fatalities in recent years.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), the number of pedestrians killed by traffic decreased by 14% between 2007 and 2016.

In 2017, 5,977 pedestrians were killed in the United States. 88 people are killed every minute, according to the most recent data.

Non-fatal pedestrian injuries sent 137,000 people to the hospital in 2017.

It appears that Californian pedestrians are at a greater risk of injury or death than their counterparts in other states, according to a recent study.

More than 14,000 people were injured in pedestrian accidents in California last year, and 893 people were killed.

One of the most common causes of pedestrian injuries and deaths is carelessness on the part of the driver such as speeding or failing to yield. It is critical to have an experienced lawyer on your side during a legal proceeding.

Kern County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

The driver must slow down and exercise caution if the pedestrian is not in a designated crosswalk. Pedestrians have the right of way at all intersections unless otherwise noted. Any violations of traffic laws by the driver who struck and killed a pedestrian will be investigated.

Wrongful death lawsuits can be filed against the people or organizations responsible for the death of a family member or friend. Compensatory damages include, but are not limited to, damages for pain and suffering, lost wages, and even funeral costs.

Our goal is to safeguard the interests of our clients to the fullest extent allowed by law. Our Kern County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law will fight for the victims’ right to financial compensation for their losses.

The lives of innocent people can be saved if responsible drivers are on the road. If you or a family member has been injured in a car accident, contact Arash Law immediately.

We are known as the best car accident lawyers in the state. Our attorneys have handled hundreds of car accident cases and have won over $500 million for our clients. Call us at (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.