HESPERIA, CA (November 8, 2022) – Andrew Lopez, 31, has been identified as the victim tragically killed in a Hesperia pedestrian accident on November 6.
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Lopez was walking northbound around Cottonwood Avenue and Juniper Street around 10:30 p.m. Sunday night when the incident occurred, according to VVNG.
Officers say he was struck by a 2017 Nissan Altima in the northbound lanes of Cottonwood Avenue where he was pronounced dead on the scene.
Investigators are still determining the cause and nature of the crash, but do not suspect that drugs or alcohol were involved.
Anyone who might have more information regarding the incident is encouraged to call Deputy D. Holland or Deputy I. Sanchez at the Hesperia Station at 760-947-1500.
Liability In Hesperia 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 Andrew Lopez’s Hesperia Pedestrian Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Andrew Lopez. 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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