Selma, CA (October 24, 2023) An elderly woman was struck by an on-duty police officer’s vehicle on Friday evening, October 20th, according to the Selma Police Department. The accident was called in to the Selma Police Department just before 8:00 p.m.
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Officers at the scene said an on-duty police officer was driving down the street when they struck the 72-year-old woman with their patrol vehicle. Paramedics arrived at the scene and found the woman injured, but they said her injuries were not considered serious. She was transported to Community Regional Medical Center to receive treatment for injuries that are not life-threatening, according to authorities. Officers said she is healing and is expected to make a full recovery.
The Selma Police Department reported that they do not consider drugs or alcohol to be factors in this collision. They are currently investigating the accident to determine what exactly happened in Selma and what caused the on-duty police officer to hit the pedestrian.
Liability In Selma 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 Selma
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the woman injured 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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