Fresno, CA (November 12, 2024) A tragic accident occurred on the streets of Fresno on Saturday, November 9th, 2024. Wendy Coffman, 60, from Fresno, was crossing a street in a wheelchair when she was struck by a vehicle in Southeast Fresno. The driver of the vehicle didn’t stop after hitting Coffman, but instead,continued heading north.
The collision took place on Clovis Avenue, not far from Inyo Street, according to reports.
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Emergency personnel arrived at the scene and rushed Coffman to a local hospital to receive treatment for life-threatening injuries. The medical staff did everything they could but Coffman’s injuries were too severe and she passed away. Sadly, Wendy Coffman was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Detectives are determined to find the vehicle responsible and bring the driver to justice!
Liability In Fresno 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 the 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 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 In Fresno
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Wendy Coffman. 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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