UPDATE: The victim has since been identified as 61 year-old Richard Rollo from San Diego.
A 62 year-old man was killed in an accident on I-805 near State Route 52 in San Diego. The accident occurred on Friday, July 28, 2023.
According to the California Highway Patrol, a black Acura sedan had collided with a Freightliner big rig. As a result of the collision the driver of the Acura had pulled over to the side of the highway and was crossing to speak with the driver of the semi-truck when a white Ford pick-up hit the driver of the Acura.
The victim was severely injured and pronounced dead at the scene by authorities. The identity of the victim is not known but the CHP has disclosed that it was a 62 year-old man.
The fatal accident on I-805 is still under investigation.
Liability In San Diego 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 A San Diego Pedestrian Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Richard Rollo. 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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