UPDATE August 23, 2022: Authorities identified Larita Davis, 48, as the pedestrian who was tragically killed in this accident.
LONG BEACH, CA (August 22, 2022) – A pedestrian was killed in Long Beach after being hit by a vehicle.
The pedestrian, who was identified as a woman, was struck about 1:40 a.m. at East Seventh Street and Campus Drive, and she died at the scene, according to the Long Beach Police Department. Her name was withheld, pending notification of her relatives.
The motorist remained at the scene and was interviewed by officers, police said. No arrest or citation was reported.
“At this time neither alcohol, drugs, nor distracted driving is believed to be a factor in the collision,” police said in a statement.
Anyone with information on the crash was urged to call 562-570-7355, or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS.
[via City News Service]
Liability In Long Beach 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 Larita Davis’ Long Beach Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the Larita Davis. 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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