[06-05-2022] Humboldt County, CA – One Person Killed After a Deadly Pedestrian Crash Near Bayside Cutoff

One unidentified person was hurt following a deadly pedestrian crash near the Bayside Cutoff on early Sunday morning, June 5, 2022.

The deadly crash transpired at approximately 3:00 a.m. in the area of Highway 101 near the Bayside Cutoff.

A 2003 Mercury Mariner struck the unidentified pedestrian for unclear reasons. The driver remained at the scene and willingly cooperated with authorities.

Emergency personnel later arrived at the scene and treated the involved parties. Sadly, due to the severity of their injuries, the person who was struck has passed away. The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next-of-kin.

Drugs and alcohol were not considered factors in the collision. No arrests have been made at the moment.

Local authorities are further investigating the case. Witnesses that can provide more information about the accident are urged to contact the Humboldt Area CHP at (707) 822-5981 or the 24-hour dispatch line at (707) 268-2000.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Injuries and even deaths are likely when pedestrians are involved in a collision with another vehicle. Those riding in cars and motorcycles are covered in the event of a tragic accident, but those on foot are not.

Pedestrian deaths and injuries are on the rise in the United States. There has been a considerable increase in pedestrian deaths during the past three decades.

There was a 27% increase in pedestrian deaths between 2007 and 2016, whereas other types of traffic-related mortality declined by 14%, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA).

In 2017, there were 5,977 pedestrian deaths in the United States. One person dies every 88 minutes because of pedestrian accidents. Non-fatal crash-related injuries involving pedestrians accounted for an estimated 137,000 emergency room visits in 2017.

According to recent studies, more pedestrians die or are seriously injured in California than in any other state. As of 2018, there had been 893 pedestrian deaths in California, and 14,000 people had been injured.

Pedestrian accidents are most often caused by driver error, such as failing to yield to pedestrians or speeding. The importance of having a skilled lawyer on your side cannot be overstated.

Humboldt County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

The victim’s family typically endures intense worry and depression following a fatal event. As the investigation continues, the victim’s relatives may file a wrongful death claim for compensation.

The family of a person who died due to another party’s negligence can file a wrongful death claim to recover lost wages, burial expenses, pain and suffering, and mental anguish.

If you or a loved one has been wounded or murdered due to a negligent motorist, our legal team at Arash Law can assist you in receiving the maximum compensation allowed by California law.

Arash Law’s Humboldt County pedestrian accident attorneys are ready to represent Californians who have been seriously injured or killed due to the negligence of other drivers.

As part of our services, we can speak with insurance companies on your behalf, calculate your damages, and employ tried-and-true legal methods throughout settlement negotiations and potential litigation. Please call (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation.