[11-21-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – One Man Killed in a Pedestrian Accident in Long Beach

Local authorities reported a man was killed after being struck by a vehicle while he crossed a street in Long Beach on Monday evening, November 21, 2022.

According to the Long Beach Police Department, the crash occurred around 9:30 p.m. on Pacific Coast Highway and Orange Avenue.

Initial investigation revealed that a 35-year-old Long Beach resident was traveling west on PCH towards Orange Avenue on a 2017 Chevy Silverado when he hit the pedestrian who was reportedly crossing the street against a red light.

It is unknown if the victim was in the crosswalk when he was hit. He was declared dead at the site by paramedics. His identity was withheld until his family was notified.

The truck’s driver stayed on the site and assisted with the inquiry. Speed, distracted driving, or intoxication are not thought to have contributed to this collision.

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is urged to contact the authorities as the investigation continues.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to data compiled by the Governors Highway Safety Association, the number of traffic fatalities fell by 14% between 2007 and 2016. The number of pedestrian deaths, however, rose by 27% in the same time period.

Based on the statistics shown above, the number of pedestrian-related injuries and fatalities in the United States has been rising over the past few years.

In 2016, 5,907 people died due to car crashes in the United States. By the end of that year, experts estimated that 88 people would lose their lives every minute. More than 137,000 persons in the United States needed emergency medical care due to injuries experienced in automobile accidents in 2017.

893 people lost their lives and over 14,000 were injured in California in 2012. Multiple studies have found that this puts the state at the top of the list for the highest rate of pedestrian fatalities and serious injuries.

Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Long Beach

The surviving loved ones of those who were injured or killed in a pedestrian accident in California can seek financial compensation for their loss of financial support, medical bills, and emotional anguish by filing a personal injury claim.

You have the right to sue for damages regardless of who was at fault in the accident that hurt you. You or a loved one should file a personal injury claim if you were hurt while walking in California.

Our trusted pedestrian accident attorneys in Long Beach have the expertise and extensive experience advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 million.

Contact (888) 488-1391 or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers.