Long Beach, CA (October 15, 2023) 1 person was killed and 6 others injured when a vehicle struck a group of pedestrians in a crosswalk in Long Beach on Saturday night. The Long Beach Fire Department said the collision occurred around 6:30 p.m. near the intersection of Aquarium Way and Shoreline Drive.
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Authorities said the pedestrians were crossing the street in a crosswalk when the vehicle hit them. It then went on to collide with several vehicles before stopping, according to authorities. It happened in an intersection near Pike outlets and the Aquarium of the Pacific.
A woman was pronounced dead at the scene and 4 people were rushed to local hospitals with serious injuries. Another person was taken to the hospital with minor injuries and the 6th person declined treatment.
The driver remained at the scene and authorities are investigating to determine what exactly happened.
Liability In Long Beach 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 factors of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Pedestrian Accident In Long Beach
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the woman who was killed in this collision. 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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