Los Angeles, CA – Two Killed in Pedestrian Crash at W 52nd Pl & S Flower St
Los Angeles, CA (August 3, 2022) – A pedestrian accident reported in the Vermont harbor section of Los Angeles has claimed the lives of two pedestrians. At approximately 12:49 p.m., on August 2, the Los Angeles Police Department responded to the scene of a crash on West 52nd Place.
Reports provided by authorities show that a silver sedan was traveling through the area of West 52nd Place and South Flower Street during the afternoon hours. Reports indicate that the vehicle was fleeing from the police. As the vehicle turned at the intersection, it struck a tent that was on the side of the road.
Two pedestrians inside the tent suffered fatal injuries. The victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the vehicle was taken into custody.
The crash is under investigation at this time by the Los Angeles police department.
We offer our condolences to the families of the two victims who lost their lives as a result of this accident.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in California
Pedestrian crashes take the lives of thousands of people in the United States annually. Here in California, we see hundreds of families negatively affected by the loss of loved ones due to pedestrian accidents each year. In most cases, negligence is a factor contributing to the crash. Some leading causes of fatal pedestrian accidents that we see include:
- Drivers who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol while behind the wheel
- Drivers who are speeding and fail to maintain a single lane of travel
- Drivers who engage in reckless actions while operating their vehicles
Losing a loved one as a result of an accident can be incredibly challenging. Many families struggle mentally and emotionally to move forward. Covering the financial consequences that come with a fatal accident can be even more difficult. Families often have to spend tens of thousands of dollars on funeral arrangements, burial expenses, and more.
In order to help ease some of the financial strains as well as the pain and suffering that your family endured, a wrongful death lawyer in Los Angeles will be able to help you pursue a wrongful death claim against the responsible party. This legal action will help your family hold the person who is responsible to account and get justice.
Our Los Angeles pedestrian accident lawyers at The Law Offices of John C. Ye can take the legal work off your shoulders. Our lawyers will fight to get you justice and protect your legal rights so you can focus on your family. We will build a strong claim on your behalf and demand every dollar owed to you for your losses.
Schedule a consultation with our California law firm today by calling 866-771-9467 to get started on your case.
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