TULARE, CA (SEPTEMBER 7, 2023): A man has died after being struck by a vehicle while crossing an intersection in Tulare Tuesday morning.
According to Tulare authorities, the incident occurred before 7 a.m. at the intersection of Inyo Avenue and Gemini Street as the man attempted to cross the street. A vehicle then struck him under unknown circumstances.
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The man suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Officers reveal the man was not using the crosswalk.
Drugs and alcohol have been ruled out as factors in this collision. Tulare authorities continue to investigate this fatal accident on Inyo Avenue and Gemini Street.
Liability In Tulare 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 on Inyo Ave and Gemini Street
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the person killed in this collision. 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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