[11-23-2022] Sacramento County, CA – 33-Year-Old Pedestrian Dies After Collision on Interstate 5

A 33-year-old man was killed following a collision involving one vehicle near downtown Sacramento Wednesday morning, November 23, 2022.

The deadly collision reportedly occurred just before 12:15 a.m. on Interstate 5.

Reports state that the Ford Mustang driver was merging from I Street when the pedestrian crossed the freeway from east to west.

The 32-year-old driver swerved but was unable to avoid the pedestrian.

When authorities arrived, the 33-year-old victim, Anthony Ray D., was declared dead on the scene after he was thrown into the right shoulder of the road.

The driver remained at the scene and waited for responders to arrive.

According to authorities, the driver was not intoxicated.

Further investigations on the cause of the crash are still ongoing.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

There was an increase of 8.6% in speed-related pedestrian deaths in 2020 from 7.2% in 2019. Speed significantly affects pedestrian safety. With an increased vehicle speed, pedestrian fatalities increase sharply from 10% at 23 mph to 90% at 58 mph.

The Governors Highway Safety Association reported an all-time high of 7,485 pedestrian fatalities in 2021.

In 2016, 5,937 pedestrians lost their lives in the United States. There were expected to be 88 deaths every minute by the end of the year. There were at least 137,000 pedestrian injuries in 2017 that required medical attention.

California has the highest rate of pedestrian fatalities and collisions. More than 14,000 pedestrians were injured in 2012, and 893 people died.

It is recommended that pedestrians always use the sidewalks, abstain from using drugs and alcohol, and cross parking lots and driveways carefully. Following these guidelines can reduce their chances of getting hurt in an accident.

Reliable Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Sacramento

The safety of pedestrians must always be put first, even when a crosswalk is not required. Vehicles that strike pedestrians should always yield the right of way. The responsible party will be questioned if there is reason to believe a law has been broken.

Injured parties or their family can claim economic and non-economic damages, including pain and suffering. With legal counsel, you’ll have a better chance of succeeding and receiving compensation.

Our skilled pedestrian accident lawyers in Sacramento are dedicated to putting the needs of their clients first. Our goal is to assist you with returning to your routine following a severe pedestrian accident.

Learn more about your legal options by calling (888) 488-1391 or completing our “Do I Have A Case?” form online.