[08-29-2023] San Bernardino County, CA – Pedestrian Fatally Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle in Hesperia

A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Hesperia early Tuesday morning, August 29, 2023.

The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District and Hesperia Police Department responded to the crash on Main Street between Key Pointe Drive and Cataba Road around 2:24 a.m.

Authorities stated that a passing vehicle struck a pedestrian in an attempt to cross Main Street. The vehicle driver pulled over and notified authorities of the collision. Officials said the victim was declared dead after emergency responders arrived.

Authorities revealed no further details regarding the crash or the identities of the people involved. Anyone with information related to the incident should contact the police immediately.

The investigations into the crash are ongoing.

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What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

In the aftermath of a car accident, it can be challenging to think clearly. The words and actions you take at the scene can significantly impact your lawsuit, regardless of whether you are the injured party or the family member of the deceased victim. To maximize the value of your injury claim, consider the following 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

Everyone is a pedestrian, regardless of whether walking is their primary mode of transportation. The number of people walking as a mode of transportation is increasing. In 2020, pedestrian deaths accounted for 16.8 percent of all crash fatalities, and nearly one-quarter (24.3 percent) of pedestrian fatalities involved a hit-and-run crash.

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. Pedestrian fatalities rose 5.7 percent from 933 in 2016 to 986 in 2020. The one-year decrease from 2019 was 2.5 percent from 1,011 pedestrian fatalities.

In the 2021 Traffic Safety Survey conducted by UC Berkeley SafeTREC, Californians were asked to think of the times they had been a pedestrian in the past six months and to identify the safety problems they experienced. “Cars going too fast” was noted by 54.5 percent, and “Cars not stopping” was reported by 48.4 percent of respondents. “Distracted Drivers (by cell phones)” was reported by 38.2 percent of respondents.