[05-25-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – Unidentified Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Vehicle in Hyde Park Area

According to the police, an unidentified pedestrian was fatally hit by a vehicle crossing a street in the Hyde Park area of Los Angeles on Wednesday, May 25, 2022.

The deadly collision occurred at about 11:00 p.m. at Arlington Avenue and 51st Street.

The Los Angeles Police Department stated that the man passed away at the location of the incident.

The man, who appeared to be in his 60s, was not immediately identifiable, according to the police, and information on his identity was not immediately available.

The driver stayed at the crash scene and was questioned by the police officers.

At this time, there is no further information that can be provided.

The investigation is still taking place at this time.

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According to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), pedestrian deaths in the United States increased by 27% between 2007 and 2016, while other types of traffic-related deaths decreased by 14% during the same period.

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Even if a pedestrian is not in an official crosswalk, a driver must slow down. Pedestrians must be given priority at all intersections, subject to regulation. The driver of the vehicle that struck the pedestrian will be investigated to determine whether or not he violated any traffic laws.

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