PALM SPRINGS, CA (September 12, 2022) – A man identified today as Alvaro Vasquez was struck and killed by a vehicle in Palm Springs.
Alvaro Vasquez, 61, of Palm Springs, was struck by a westbound vehicle on Ramon Road at Calle Amigos at about 8:30 p.m. Friday, the Palm Springs Police Department reported. Officers determined that he was dead at the scene.
The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with police, and was not suspected of driving under the influence, authorities said.
Police asked anyone with information about the crash to call their Traffic Division at 760-323-8125 or Crime Stoppers at 760-347-7867.
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[via City News Service]
Liability In Palm Springs 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 Alvaro Vasquez’s Palm Springs Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Alvaro Vasquez. 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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