LONG BEACH, CA (October 28, 2022) – A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on PCH in Long Beach, police said today.
The man was injured about 6:25 p.m. Thursday at Pacific Coast Highway and Channel Drive, near Bellflower Boulevard, according to the Long Beach
Police Department.
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“The preliminary investigation revealed the pedestrian was running across Pacific Coast Highway, outside of a crosswalk, when he was struck by a 2021 Toyota Corolla that was being driven by a 20-year-old resident of Wilmington,” police said.
The driver and several witnesses remained at the scene and were cooperating with the investigation,” police said. “The pedestrian was conscious and alert and was speaking to good Samaritans who were providing him aid.”
Paramedics took the man to a hospital in critical condition, and he died several hours later, police said. His name was withheld, pending notification of his relatives.
“At this time, speed, distracted driving, and impaired driving are not believed to be contributing factors in the collision,” police said.
Anyone with information on the case was urged to call police at 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 the Pedestrian Killed in Long Beach on PCH
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian that was struck on PCH. 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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