[06-03-2022] Kings County, CA – 45-Year-Old Man and Dog Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Crash East of 16th Avenue

A 45-year-old man and his dog were killed in a car accident in Kings County on Friday night, June 3, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 8:45 p.m. on 16th Rd east of 16 Ave.

According to officers, the man was walking his dog on 16th Rd when the car hit them.

Both the man and the dog were pronounced dead on the spot.

The car’s driver remained on the scene and is cooperating with authorities.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Accidents involving cars frequently result in pedestrians being killed or injured. Pedestrians have no protection in the event of a collision with a vehicle.

There has been a dramatic increase in the number of people killed or injured while crossing the street in the United States over the past few years. More and more people are dying on the streets because of pedestrian accidents.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, there was a 27% increase in pedestrian deaths between 2007 and 2016, despite a 14% decrease in other traffic-related deaths.

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

In 2017, there were 137,000 non-fatal hospitalizations due to pedestrian injuries.

According to a recent survey, pedestrians in California appear to have a higher risk of injury or death than those in other states.

Nearly 800 people were killed, and more than 14,000 were injured in pedestrian accidents in California last year.

Driver error, such as speeding or failing to yield, is frequently blamed for pedestrian deaths and injuries. In any legal proceeding, an accomplished lawyer must represent you.

Kings County Car Accident Lawyers

You must drive extra slowly and cautiously to avoid hitting a pedestrian if there is no clearly marked crosswalk. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, this rule must not be subject to any exceptions. If the driver who struck the pedestrian broke any traffic laws, it would be investigated.

Courts can hold those responsible for the death of a close relative accountable. You may be entitled to compensation for your suffering, your lost wages, or even the cost of your funeral.

Every effort is made to ensure that the legal rights of our clients are always protected. Our Kings County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law are ready to help you pursue the compensation you are owed if you or a loved one has been injured in an accident.

If only responsible drivers were on the road, innocent lives can be saved. In the event of a car accident, immediately contact Arash Law.

We’ve earned a reputation as one of the state’s leading car accident law firms. Call us at (888) 488-1391 for a free case evaluation with one of our trusted lawyers.