Indio, CA (December 12, 2023) Coachella resident, Fernando Cruz, Jr., 39, was struck and killed in Indio on December 9th, authorities said. The fatal accident occurred on Vista Del Norte, just west of Dillon Road, shortly after 11:00 a.m.
A vehicle was heading west on Vista Del Norte when it hit a pedestrian, according to reports. The pedestrian, later identified as Cruz, was on the roadway between Dillon Road and Golf Center Parkway.
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The Riverside County Fire Department sent paramedics to the scene to give aid to Cruz. When they arrived, they found him lying on the road, unresponsive. Paramedics attempted life-saving measures on Cruz, but he was unfortunately pronounced dead at the scene. The Riverside County Sheriff Coroner was called, who later identified Cruz.
The driver of the vehicle that hit Cruz remained at the scene and cooperated with officers during their investigation. Officials are still unsure as to what exactly happened to cause this fatal accident on Vista Del Norte in Indio. They are still investigating this accident and hope to determine what caused this tragic collision.
Who Is At Fault In An Indio Pedestrian Accident?
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents in the United States. “An estimated 137,000 people were treated in emergency rooms for non-fatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash,” According to the Centers for Disease Control. Several factors can cause a pedestrian accident. These include drunk driving, distracted driving, speeding and even inclement weather.
Drivers are legally obligated to exercise due care in an attempt to avoid hitting any pedestrians. The family of anyone who died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover the cost of medical bills, help with lost wages and cover pain and suffering. An attorney can look at all of the facts and let you know what legal options you have.
The Investigation Of A Pedestrian Accident In Indio
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