[11-01-2022] Merced County, CA – Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Big Rig Near Los Banos

According to the California Highway Patrol, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a big rig driver on State Route 33 near Los Banos Tuesday, November 1, 2022.

As per CHP, the crash occurred just after 1:00 p.m. close to the exit for northbound I-5 traffic on State Route 33.

Officers arrived to find a pedestrian had fallen off the sidewalk onto State Route 33 and was hit by a big rig traveling north.

The vehicle’s rear tires killed the pedestrian.

One eyewitness said the tractor-trailer combination was white, but no other details have been provided.

Whether or not the driver was aware of the collision is unknown to CHP.

They would have no idea if the pedestrian was influenced by alcohol or drugs.

The collision is still under investigation.

If you have any information, please call the Los Banos CHP at (209) 826-3811.

Fatal Pedestrian Crash Statistics

If a pedestrian is struck by a car, they almost always suffer life-threatening injuries. In a crash involving a vehicle and a group of pedestrians, most casualties will be pedestrians.

The prevalence and severity of pedestrian injuries and fatalities in the United States have been rising for some time. The increasing number of pedestrian fatalities is a severe problem that has arisen in recent years.

Between 2007 and 2016, the number of people killed in traffic accidents fell by 14%. A study by the Governors Highway Safety Association found that, despite these improvements, pedestrian fatalities rose by 27% over the same period (GHSA).

The estimated number of pedestrian deaths in the United States in 2016 was 5,977. In late 2016, it was projected that 88 people would die every minute. At least 137,000 people in 2017 were injured while walking and required medical attention at an emergency room.

According to the statistics, California has the highest pedestrian injuries and deaths rate. There were 893 pedestrian deaths and over 14,000 injuries in California in 2012.

Sadly, pedestrian deaths and injuries are typical of drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians or brake suddenly. A competent attorney should be sought out and retained immediately upon receipt of a court summons.

Los Banos Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

At all times, drivers should be on the lookout for pedestrians, regardless of whether or not they are in a crosswalk. Pedestrians always have the right of way, regardless of whether or not a crosswalk is marked. The pedestrian accident will be investigated to determine if the driver broke any laws.

A family can file a lawsuit against those they believe were responsible for a loved one’s death if they think the defendants’ actions contributed to the victim’s death. A court, in several different scenarios, may award damages.

The Los Banos pedestrian accident lawyers will fight for your right to total and fair compensation if you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident.

Reducing the frequency of traffic collisions requires holding careless motorists legally responsible for their actions.

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