San Francisco, CA (November 15, 2023) A pedestrian was struck and killed on Highway 101 on Tuesday evening, November 14th, according to the California Highway Patrol. The accident happened just after 7:00 p.m. in the southbound lanes of the highway, at Grand Avenue.
The California Highway Patrol said they responded to calls about a pedestrian versus vehicle collision on Highway 101 in south San Francisco. Officers arrived to find the pedestrian lying in the road. They called for paramedics, but they arrived only to pronounce the pedestrian dead at the scene. All southbound lanes of the highway had to be closed for a while, following the accident.
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Officers said the pedestrian was hit by a Ford van but they believe he may have been struck by more than one vehicle. A medical examiner was called to the scene and investigators collected evidence and spoke to witnesses to try and learn what exactly happened on Highway 101. Officers are not sure if the pedestrian was crossing the highway or walking on the highway. They hope to determine this as well as figure out what caused the pedestrian to be struck in the first place.
The victim’s name is being withheld until the coroner can notify their family.
Liability In San Francisco 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 A Pedestrian Accident In San Francisco
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian killed in this accident. 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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