SAN BERNARDINO, CA (SEPTEMBER 14, 2023): 34-year-old Manuel Anthony Ybarra has been identified as the victim of a pedestrian collision on Interstate 215 last week.
The California Highway Patrol responded to a collision on the southbound freeway at Orange Road Show on the evening of September 7th. Upon arrival, they found Ybarra critically injured after being struck by a vehicle.
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Unfortunately, Ybarra succumbed to his injuries and died at the scene.
Further information regarding the driver involved or the cause of this collision remains undisclosed as of yet. The California Highway Patrol continues to investigate this incident that led to the death of Manuel Ybarra on Interstate 215.
Liability In San Bernardino 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 Manuel Ybarra
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to Manuel Ybarra’s 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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