East Hollywood, CA (November 1, 2023) – A rider tragically lost their life on Sunday, October 29th, following a disastrous scooter accident on Western Avenue in East Hollywood, California. According to news source, KTLA, the accident took place just before 2:30 a.m. just north of Sierra Vista Avenue.
According to Reports from the Los Angeles Police Department, the accident began when a black sedan heading north on Western Avenue and a man riding a Lime scooter collided. The scooter rider was thrown from his scooter and landed in the road where, unfortunately, he was hit again by a silver Lexus. The Lexus driver stopped to assist the man and contact authorities for help. However the driver of the black sedan, suspected to be a early 2000’s model Mitsubishi Eclipse, fled the scene.
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Paramedics were quickly dispatched to the scene, where they found the victim severely injured but still alive. He was transported to the hospital immediately but he later passed away from his injuries.
Police are urgently investigating the scooter accident on Western Avenue. They are looking for anyone who may have further information about the accident or the driver of the black sedan.
Liability In Hollywood 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 Scooter Accident on Western Avenue
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man killed in this incident. 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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