[05-29-2022] Fresno County, CA – One Man Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Crash on Highway 180 and Blackstone

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a truck while attempting to cross a road in Fresno on Sunday morning, May 29, 2022.

The fatal crash occurred just after 11:00 a.m. near Highway 180 and Blackstone.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the pedestrian, a man in his early thirties, was running from the north shoulder to the center divider.

He was hit by a truck in the Number 2 lane at that point.

The man was taken to Community Regional Medical Center (CRMC), but he died shortly afterwards.

There are no other details available.

The crash remains under investigation.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

There are a lot of pedestrians who are killed or severely injured in car accidents. Pedestrians are completely unprotected in a collision with another vehicle.

Over the last few years, there have been a large number of pedestrian accidents in the United States. Traffic fatalities have been dominated by pedestrian accidents in recent years.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), there was a 14% decrease in pedestrian deaths between 2007 and 2016.

5,977 people were killed as a result of a pedestrian accident in the United States in 2017. According to the most recent data, there are an estimated 88 deaths per minute.

In 2017, 137,000 people were treated in hospitals for non-fatal pedestrian injuries.

According to a recent study, Californian pedestrians appear to be at greater risk of injury or death than those in other states.

Pedestrian accidents caused more than 14,000 injuries and 893 deaths in California last year.

Driving errors such as speeding or failure to yield frequently result in pedestrian deaths and injuries. There are many reasons why an experienced lawyer is essential in any legal case.

Fresno County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

When approaching a pedestrian who is not in a clearly marked crosswalk, a driver must slow down and exercise extra caution. Unless otherwise stated, pedestrians have the right of way at all intersections. The driver who struck and killed a pedestrian will be investigated for any violations of traffic rules.

Legal action can be taken against those who are responsible for the death of a close family member. Compensatory damages include lost wages and even funeral costs for those who have suffered mental burden.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we strive to protect our clients’ interests. Our Fresno County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law will fight for your right to compensation if you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident.

Responsible drivers can save the lives of innocent people on the road.

We’re known as some of the best car accident lawyers in the state of California. Please call us at (888) 488-1391 to set up a free case evaluation with one of our experienced attorneys.