San Diego, CA (October 11, 2023) A pedestrian sustained serious injuries on Tuesday night after being struck by a vehicle in the Point Loma Heights neighborhood of San Diego. The San Diego Police Department reported that the crash occurred right around 10:00 p.m.
Authorities said a 67-year-old man was driving a 2001 Buick Century east on West Point Loma Boulevard, according to Officer John Buttle. At the same time, a 60-year-old woman was walking north across the same street, near Chapman Street, when she walked right in front of the Buick.
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She was taken to a nearby hospital to receive treatment for a fractured left ankle, facial fractures, and internal bleeding. Buttle said her injuries are considered life-threatening.
The driver of the Buick stopped and cooperated with police officers. Drugs and alcohol were not factors in this accident, according to Officer Buttle. The San Diego Police Department’s Traffice Division officers are investigating this collision.
Liability In San Diego 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 factors of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Pedestrian Accident In San Diego
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the pedestrian injured in this accident. 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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