San Diego, CA – Man Fatally injured in Pedestrian crash on I-8 Freeway near Mission Rd
San Diego, CA (October 8, 2022) – A pedestrian was fatally injured following a traffic collision in the San Diego area. On October 7, the California Highway Patrol responded to a collision that took place on Interstate 8 Freeway.
According to local law enforcement, at approximately 11:20 p.m., a 71-year-old man was driving a Nissan pickup truck on Interstate 8 Freeway when it struck a male pedestrian who was pushing a shopping cart near the intersection of Mission Road.
After the initial collision, the pedestrian was struck by multiple other vehicles.
The pedestrian was fatally injured in the crash. California Highway Patrol responded to the Siemens clear the area. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the Nissan remained on-site and cooperated with the police.
At this time, California Highway Patrol officials are investigating the crash.
Our condolences are with the family of the man who died as a result of this pedestrian accident.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in California
Pedestrian accidents take the lives of hundreds of people in California each year. Even though our state is constantly enacting laws to protect pedestrians, we continue to see innocent people die as a result of drivers who are negligent. Some of the most common factors in fatal pedestrian crashes we see here in California include:
Failing to yield: This is a leading cause of fatal pedestrian accidents in California. Drivers who fail to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians are putting them in danger. All too often, these accidents result in serious injuries or even death.
Speeding: Drivers who speed are another major cause of fatal pedestrian accidents in California. When drivers speed, they have less time to react to hazards on the road. This puts pedestrians at a greater risk of being struck by a speeding vehicle.
Driving while distracted: Driving while distracted is another leading cause of fatal pedestrian accidents in California. Drivers who are distracted by their cell phones or other electronic devices are not paying attention to the road and may not see a pedestrian until it's too late.
After losing a loved one as a result of another driver's negligence, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim to help your family secure the financial compensation you need and deserve. The wrongful death claim can help you get money to cover funeral expenses, burial costs, and more.
Our San Diego wrongful death lawyers at The Law Offices of John C. Ye have decades of experience helping Southern Californians get justice after losing loved ones. Our team will investigate the accident for you and gather strong evidence. We will build a solid claim on your behalf and fight to ensure your family is fully compensated to cover all of your damages.
Schedule a consultation at our law firm by calling 866-771-9467 at your earliest convenience.
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