[08-20-2022] Riverside County, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Crash Results in One Death in Moreno Valley

A man was killed after a pedestrian crash involving a pickup truck in Moreno Valley on Saturday evening, August 20, 2022.

According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, the collision happened at 8:34 p.m. on Friday on Alessandro Boulevard close to Elsworth Street.

The pedestrian was discovered by emergency personnel lying in the road without a pulse and with severe, potentially fatal wounds.

According to sheriff’s officials, he was later declared dead at the scene.

A 2019 Toyota Tacoma struck a man crossing the street while pushing a shopping cart in the south.

The driver tried to stop, but the pedestrian was hit when he crossed in front of the truck.

The Toyota’s driver was unharmed, remained at the scene, and cooperated with the police.

Drugs and alcohol did not appear to be factored in the collision.

Local authorities kept the identities of both the pedestrian and the driver unknown.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrian accidents are some of the deadliest on the road. This is primarily because road hazards mainly affect pedestrians. After all, they don’t have any safety measures in case of an accident.

The nation’s most dangerous roads for pedestrians are found in California. The California Authority estimates that California has a death rate of 25% higher than the national average. In California alone, there were 893 pedestrian fatalities and 14,000 injuries in 2018.

The number of pedestrian fatalities in the US has alarmingly increased recently. Pedestrian fatalities increased by 27% between 2007 and 2016, while traffic-related fatalities decreased by 14%.

Frequent causes of accidents involving pedestrians include careless or reckless driving, going too fast, or failing to yield to pedestrians.

Riverside County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Unexpectedly losing a loved one can be complex and devastating. Insurance firms and other parties might manipulate them. Make sure you have legal representation to protect your interests.

Victims’ families are advised to file wrongful death lawsuits with the assistance of a lawyer while the official investigation is still ongoing.

The victim’s family could make a wrongful death claim to obtain compensation for losses (including lost wages and companionship, funeral expenses, pain and suffering, and emotional suffering) brought on by the fatal accident.

Experienced lawyers can offer legal advice and emotional support during this difficult time. Because you are experiencing such intense grief after losing a loved one, you may find yourself open to manipulation by insurance companies. To protect your interests, schedule a consultation with a lawyer as soon as possible.

The Riverside pedestrian accident attorneys at Arash Law can offer you the necessary legal support. They can also be a great support system for the victim’s loved ones during this trying time. Call (888) 488-1391 for a free legal consultation with one of our attorneys.