[08-18-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Pedestrian Killed Following Vehicle Collision in Santa Ana Freeway

A pedestrian was killed after a vehicle collision in East Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, on Friday morning, August 18, 2023.

According to California Highway Patrol Officer Sean L, the incident occurred on Ditman Avenue and Indiana Street exit near the southbound freeway at around 4:45 a.m.

The pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on the freeway. An investigation is underway to determine what caused the collision.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

No information was released regarding the victim’s identity.

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What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

Making decisions after a car accident can be challenging. The words and actions you use at the scene of the accident can significantly affect the outcome of your lawsuit, whether you are the injured victim or a family member. To maximize the value of your injury claim, follow these recommendations:

• Call the police after the accident, and make sure the officer creates an accident report.
• Document your injuries, the accident scene, property damage, weather conditions, road conditions, and the vehicle that struck you.
• Take a picture of the driver at fault’s license, insurance card, and license plate.
• Obtain all eyewitnesses’ names, contact information, or anyone who has seen anything.
• Visit a doctor or other healthcare professional immediately and inform them of all affected parts of your body.
• Keep a journal detailing your injuries and recovery. Describe how you feel, the treatment you receive, and the costs you pay.
• Consult a lawyer before accepting a settlement offer from an insurance adjuster.
• Stay off social media. Please don’t post about your accident or its circumstances.
• Contact a trustworthy pedestrian accident lawyer in California as soon as possible to discuss your case.

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Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Whether one walks as a primary mode of transportation or not, everyone is a pedestrian. The popularity of walking as a mode of transportation is growing. Pedestrian deaths accounted for 16.8 percent of all crash fatalities in 2020.

From 2011 to 2020, pedestrian fatalities increased by 46.2 percent, while other traffic deaths only increased by 14.4 percent. From 2019 to 2020, pedestrian fatalities increased by 3.9 percent, despite a 13.2 percent reduction in driving.

Based on preliminary data from 2021, 8,730 people died in roadway fatalities in the first quarter. This is a 10.5 percent increase from the same period in 2020. These increases are a continuation of a longer trend of increasing pedestrian fatalities, especially at night. From 2010 to 2019, the number of pedestrian fatalities that occurred in the dark increased by 53.8 percent compared to a 16.2 percent increase in daytime pedestrian fatalities.