VICTORVILLE, CA (SEPTEMBER 18, 2023): 50-year-old Humberto Flores-Torres has been identified as the victim of a fatal pedestrian crash in Victorville last week.
Victorville authorities responded to an incident on Thursday, September 14 at around 9:02 p.m. Reports indicate that Torres was walking northbound D Street when a driver heading westbound truck him in the NO 2 lane.
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Upon arrival, emergency personnel discovered Torres lying in the roadway with severe injuries. Unfortunately, he died at the scene.
The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. The Victorville Sheriff’s Department continues to investigate this accident that resulted in the death of Humberto Flores-Torres.
Liability In Victorville 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 the Death of Humberto Flores-Torres
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to Humberto Flores-Torres’ family. 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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