[10-23-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – 70-Year-Old Danish Man Fatally Struck While Crossing the Street Along SR-62 in Yucca Valley

According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, a 70-year-old man from Denmark died after being struck by a car crossing State Route 62 in Yucca Valley Sunday night.

The crash transpired at approximately 8:48 p.m. on SR-62, also known as Twentynine Palms Highway and Dumosa Avenue.

Authorities in San Bernardino County found out that Knuderik R. was hit by a Dodge Ram pickup truck while crossing SR-62 outside of a crosswalk.

Rasmussen died after being taken to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries.

The truck’s driver stayed put while police investigated. Authorities concluded that intoxication from drugs or alcohol played no role in causing this crash.

Please contact the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department’s Morongo Basin Station at (760) 366-4175 if you have any information related to this investigation. In order to report a crime anonymously, call We-Tip at 1-888-78-CRIME.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Even though pedestrian safety has been brought to the forefront of the public’s mind thanks to awareness campaigns, the number of accidents involving pedestrians continues to rise. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, 2019 marked the highest pedestrian fatalities in the past 25 years.

The increased frequency of these incidents is expected, given the more significant number of vehicles on the road and the prevalence of distracted driving. Can we do anything about it?

Both pedestrians and motorists can take measures to reduce the likelihood of collisions. Pedestrians should always keep their eyes open and only cross the street at designated intersections. Whenever possible, drivers should yield the right of way to pedestrians in high-traffic areas.

It’s dangerous for drivers and pedestrians alike to use their phones while out and about. These measures will significantly reduce the yearly incidence of pedestrian accidents.

Despite everyone’s best efforts, mishaps may occur. You might be eligible for compensation if you suffered injuries as a pedestrian in an accident that wasn’t your fault. Hiring a personal injury attorney can be very helpful in obtaining payment for medical bills, lost wages, and other losses related to the accident.

San Bernardino County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Pedestrians can’t quickly change direction to avoid an oncoming vehicle.

Many pedestrians risk severe injury or death because vehicles routinely disobey traffic regulations meant to protect them. Spinal cord injuries, head trauma, broken bones, soft tissue injuries, and cuts are typical outcomes of pedestrian accidents.

A pedestrian accident may have caused severe injury or even death to you or a loved one. In the event of a pedestrian accident in San Bernardino County, Arash Law will fight for every penny you are entitled to receive.

We invest time, energy, and resources into each case we accept to achieve the best outcome. Feel free to contact the local office of Arash Law if you have questions about your case or want to discuss your legal options. Don’t hesitate to contact us at (888) 488-1391 or through our online form for new customers.