Santa Clarita, CA (May 3, 2023) A person on foot was tragically hit and killed by a car in a single-vehicle accident today in Santa Clarita.
Officers from the California Highway Patrol arrived at the scene on the northbound Golden State (5) Freeway and Lyons Avenue at 4:52 a.m., where they discovered a white Ford had collided with a pedestrian, according to CHP Officer Michael Nasir, who spoke with City News Service.
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The identity of the deceased man was not immediately available, and he was pronounced dead at the location, Nasir stated.
The CHP shut down all lanes of the northbound freeway during their investigation of the incident.
After about 90 minutes, two lanes were reopened, while crews continued their efforts to clear the area
Liability In Santa Clarita 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 Santa Clarita Pedestrian Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man tragically killed in this collision. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police.
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