Chico, CA (December 11, 2023) 71-year-old Stephen Wilson was stuck and killed on East Avenue in Chico, just after midnight, according to officials. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene following the accident, the Chico Police Department reported.
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It happened on Sunday, December 10th, in the 1500 block of East Avenue in Chico. It is still unclear if Wilson was crossing the street or exactly why he was in the street at the time of the accident. Emergency crews arrived at the scene and found Wilson lying on the ground, unresponsive. Paramedics rushed to give life-saving aid to the pedestrian, but, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The medical examiner was called who later identified Wilson.
Officers investigated the scene and looked for evidence that could help them determine what happened and what kind of vehicle hit Stephen Wilson. The investigation is ongoing and for the sake of the family, officers hope to solve this case and bring justice to this fatal accident.
Liability In Chico Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in the 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 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 Pedestrian Accident In Chico
All of us at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Stephen Wilson during this difficult time. Any one who may have information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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