1 Hospitalized after Pedestrian Accident on Valencia Boulevard [Santa Clarita, CA]

1 Injured in Santa Clarita Traffic Crash on Valencia Boulevard

 
SANTA CLARITA, CA (October 31, 2020) – Friday afternoon, a person suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident on Valencia Boulevard.
 
The officials with the Los Angeles County Fire Department received reports of the incident at about 3:42 p.m. According to the reports, it happened near Kohl’s on the 24200 block of Valencia Boulevard.
 
“The call tag came in as a traffic collision with a pedestrian involved,” stated Franklin Lopez with the department.
 
The responders transported a person to a nearby hospital in unknown condition.
 
As of this time, the events that have led up to the crash remain unknown.
 
Moreover, the authorities haven’t determined the cause of the crash. Thus, the investigation continues.
 

Facts about Pedestrians and Accidents

 
Pedestrians have the right of way at any crosswalk or intersection. Therefore, it’s a driver’s responsibility to yield and be prepared to stop.
 
While car accidents are far more common than pedestrian accidents, there is still reason to be wary when traveling on foot.
 
Furthermore, common locations for these pedestrian incidents include shopping center entrances, street corners, and intersections.
 

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“Pedestrian accidents do not occur as much as motor vehicle accidents. Nevertheless, the pedestrian accidents tend to include more serious injuries,” says Tyler Toomey, a practicing attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
 
If you sustained injuries in a crash, reach out to the experienced accident attorneys at Sweet Lawyers. We understand what you are going through. Thus, our team is here to ensure your legal rights are protected. With over 40 years in the legal field, we have the experience and the resources to win your pedestrian accident case. Call us today at (800) 674 7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation at a location nearest you.