San Martin, CA (August 14, 2023) A pedestrian was killed by a car on Thursday night, August 10, 2023, on Highway 101 in San Martin. The accident occurred just south of San Martin Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The pedestrian, a man, was in the middle of the southbound lane, when a car struck him around 10:30 p.m. The impact from the car threw the pedestrian onto the west side shoulder of the highway.
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Officers at the scene performed first aid on the man until paramedics arrived. However, the man died from his injuries at the scene. The vehicle that struck the pedestrian fled the scene, but was later discovered on the west side shoulder of the highway.
It is unclear at this time if drugs or alcohol were involved. Officers are inspecting the accident.
Liability In San Martin 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 San Martin Pedestrian Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian killed. 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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