LOS ANGELES, CA (OCTOBER 26, 2023): 43-year-old Johnny Martinez has been identified as the victim of a fatal pedestrian accident on the Harbor (110) Freeway this week.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred on Wednesday, October 25th at around 9 a.m. on the northbound side of the 110 Freeway. Reports indicate that a semi-truck traveling in the No. 4 lane struck a pedestrian and then contacted the authorities.
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Police and paramedics arrived on the scene and discovered Martinez lying in the roadway. The impact had thrust the 43-year-old into the No. 3 lanes, and he suffered critical injuries. Unfortunately, he succumbed to these injuries and later died.
The circumstances regarding the collision remain unclear as authorities investigate this pending case.
The accident resulted in the complete closure of of the Nos. 2, 3 and 4 lane, leaving only one lane open on the freeway for traffic.
Los Angeles authorities will be assigned to this case to determine fault in the death of Johnny Martinez.
Liability In Los Angeles 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 Johnny Martinez
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Johnny Martinez. 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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