Long Beach, CA (November 21, 2024) Lynnette Aguilar, 52, was tragically killed while crossing a street in Long Beach on Wednesday, Nov. 20.
The accident occurred on Centralia Street and Bellflower Boulevard around 6:35 p.m. Firefighters were attempting to help Aguilar in the roadway when officers arrived.
City News Service reported that a Lakewood resident was driving northbound on Bellflower Boulevard in a Jeep Patriot when they struck the woman. She was reportedly crossing the street outside of the crosswalk. The driver stayed on scene and cooperated with the investigation.
Officers have reported that speed, distraction, and impaired driving were not factors in the collision.
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Liability in a Long Beach Car Accident
California has strict laws when it comes to pedestrians. It’s important to always stop if you have struck a person on foot. Further, the driver of a vehicle that hits a pedestrian can be held liable for negligence if they were somehow impaired during the incident. Authorities consider a variety of factors when determining if negligence played a role in a crash, including:
–Distractions like talking on the phone, texting, engaging with passengers
–Extreme fatigue
–Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol
–Speeding
–Aggressive or reckless driving
Always look out for pedestrians when driving, and as a pedestrian, make sure to pay close attention to vehicles at all times.
