[12-08-2022] Los Angeles County, CA -85-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Vehicle Near Third Street

A vehicle fatally struck an 85-year-old pedestrian in downtown Los Angeles early Friday morning, December 9, 2022.

The crash reportedly transpired around 12:51 a.m. on the Third Street off-ramp of the northbound Harbor (110) Freeway.

Apparently, the victim was riding a bicycle on the off-ramp when he was struck by the vehicle.

As a result of blunt force injuries, paramedics pronounced the victim dead on the scene.

Meanwhile, the vehicle’s driver remained on the scene and cooperated with authorities.

The off-ramp was closed, and a SigAlert was issued while the CHP investigated.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to a report from the Governors Highway Safety Association, 7,485 pedestrians were fatally struck by vehicles in 2021, the highest number in 40 years.

Speeding was responsible for 8.6% of pedestrian fatalities in 2020, up from 7.2% in 2019. Pedestrian safety is strongly dependent on speed. The probability of a pedestrian being killed increases exponentially with vehicle speed, from 10% at 23 mph to 90% at 58 mph.

Pedestrians are almost always seriously injured when they are hit by a car. Pedestrians involved in car-pedestrian incidents are more likely to sustain serious injuries.

One of the leading causes of pedestrian injuries and deaths is failure to yield to pedestrians or abrupt braking.

Pedestrians should always walk on the sidewalks, avoid drinking and using drugs, and use caution when crossing parking lots or driveways. As a result, they will be less likely to sustain injuries in these confrontations.

Reliable Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Los Angeles

Pedestrian safety should always come first, even when a crossing is not strictly necessary. Pedestrians are always granted the right of way in an accident. The perpetrator will be questioned if a legal infraction has been committed.

The victim’s relatives may file a wrongful death lawsuit to recover damages for their loss. Damages arising from death or emotional distress may be claimed.

Our firm consistently prioritizes the needs of our clients. Following a pedestrian collision, our pedestrian accident lawyers in Los Angeles will vigorously pursue the financial damages their clients deserve on their behalf.

Our goal is to prevent traffic accidents by holding drivers responsible for their actions.

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