Pedestrian Died In Bakersfield Car Accident Along Heath Road Not Far From Clarisse Street
BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA (December 28, 2022) – A 67-year-old pedestrian has tragically died in a North Bakersfield car accident on Heath Road near Clarisse Street.
Bakersfield police officials are saying that the collision took place around 4:10 a.m. on Friday. A pedestrian was crossing the road when they were hit by a Dodge Ram pickup truck.
The pedestrian was then hit by a Honda Civic. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Sadly, the male pedestrian died due to the severity of their injuries.
Liability For Bakersfield Car Accidents
California has one of the highest instances of pedestrian accidents in the United States. According to KTLA, “An estimated 7,485 people were killed while on foot last year, compared to 6,711 in 2020, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA).” There are a number of steps that drivers should take to avoid hitting pedestrians.
- Drivers should continuously scan the road ahead of them for hazards.
- Drivers should slow down in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before turning.
All drivers must exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians. They must slow down and take any other action necessary to safeguard the wellbeing of a pedestrian in the roadway. The family of any person that is killed in a pedestrian accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. A personal injury attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Kern County Car Accident
Have you or someone that you care about been injured due to the negligence of another driver? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
