Victorville, CA (December 29, 2023) Jeen Hines of Buena Park was struck and killed by a vehicle while walking on December 19th. The collision occurred at the intersection of El Evado Road and Palmdale Road just before 6:30 p.m.
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Officers said that Jeen Mone’ Hines was trying to cross Palmdale Road when she was struck by a white Jeep pickup truck. Emergency crews arrived at the scene and found Hines on the ground. The mother of two was sadly pronounced dead at the scene, according to authorities.
Police officers had to close Palmdale Road in both directions as the scene was cleared and they investigated this fatal accident. The Jeep pickup that was involved remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Officers hope to determine who was at fault in this Victorville collision and who was at fault.
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 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 Victorville
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Jeen Hines. 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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