Fresno, CA (October 6, 2023) – A man was seriously injured on Thursday, October 5th, in a pedestrian crash on Jensen Avenue in Fresno. The accident occurred around 11:30 p.m. near the intersection with Chestnut Avenue.
The man had been experiencing engine trouble and had stopped his car on the side of the roadway. He was standing by his car when an oncoming vehicle struck him and his car.
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The man sustained severe injuries in the collision. Paramedics transported by ambulance to the hospital, where he was listed in critical condition.
The driver involved in the accident stopped and cooperated with authorities. The police do not believe drugs or alcohol were a factor in the accident. They are continuing their investigation into the pedestrian crash on Jensen Avenue.
Liability In Fresno Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Per trip, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash.” There are a number of factors that could lead to a pedestrian collision including:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The family of any victim that died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating the Pedestrian Crash on Jensen Avenue
We at Accident News Now extend our condolences to the victim and his family, and wish him a speedy recovery. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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