TUSTIN, CA (OCTOBER 2, 2023): A pedestrian was fatally struck while crossing the 55 Freeway in Tustin Monday morning.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred at around 11:35 a.m. on the northbound side of the Freeway, just south of 4th street.
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Circumstances regarding the nature of the collision have not yet been made available. The CHP indicates that the Tustin Police Department was involved in the accident to some extent.
Footage from the scene reveals a silver Tayota Tacoma with major front-end damage, presumably the vehicle that struck the pedestrian.
The identity of the deceased is being witheld pending notification of their next of kin.
Authorities continue to investigate this fatal pedestrian accident on the 55 Freeway.
Liability In Tustin 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 Fatal 55 Freeway Pedestrian Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the individual 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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