[08-13-2022] Sacramento County, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Crash Kills One Person in Bell

One person, described as a Hispanic man, 50s or 60s in age, died after a pedestrian crash accident by a car that crashed into four other vehicles involved in Bell on Saturday night.

A collision occurred just after 9 p.m. at the Walker and Gage Avenues intersection.

The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.

Sgt. Marron of the Bell Police Department claims that a Dodge Charger struck a sedan in the intersection before veering into three other parked cars and pedestrians.

According to the police, there were no additional injuries.

No criminal charges have yet been brought, and the car’s driver is helping with the investigation.

Investigations into the accident are ongoing.

Fatal Pedestrian Crash Statistics

Pedestrian accidents are some of the deadliest on the road. Since pedestrians are more susceptible to road hazards than other users, they are primarily responsible for incidents. Accidents could expose them to risk.

Pedestrian collisions are among the deadliest types of traffic accidents, more so than any other. These accidents are primarily brought on by the high risk of fatality or severe injury to pedestrians. After all, in an accident, they are unprotected.

The number of pedestrian fatalities in the US has significantly increased recently. Between 2007 and 2016, pedestrian deaths increased by 27%, while other traffic-related deaths decreased by 14%.

Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that pedestrians made up 16% of all traffic fatalities in 2017. In 2017, there were 5,977 pedestrian fatalities in traffic accidents in the US. An average of one death occurs every 88 minutes.

Negligent driving, excessive speeding, and drivers’ failing to give way to pedestrians are all significant contributors to pedestrian accidents.

Sacramento County Fatal Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

People unfortunate enough to be hurt in a pedestrian accident frequently suffer severe injuries or even pass away. The victim’s family may overcome grief and be unsure of what to do after a tragedy.

After a pedestrian accident, consulting a skilled lawyer is the best course of action. With an attorney’s assistance, you can make a wrongful death claim. They will have to move quickly, but that is the only catch.

Whether or not a crosswalk has a marked signal, drivers must slow down. At controlled intersections, it is anticipated that pedestrians will also receive priority.

If you want to, you’ll need legal representation to prevail in your case. We can also bargain with insurance companies on your behalf to guarantee you get paid what you’re owed and entitled to.

Before we enter settlement talks, our Sacramento County pedestrian accident attorneys from Arash Law will gather evidence, speak with eyewitnesses, and conceivably consult expert witnesses to make sure your claim is as strong as possible. You are welcome to speak with one of our attorneys during a consultation by calling our hotline at (888) 488-1391.