Injuries Reported in Victorville Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 15 and Roy Rogers Drive
VICTORVILLE, CA (July 21, 2022) – Wednesday afternoon, a person sustained injuries in a pedestrian crash on Interstate 15 and Roy Rogers Drive.
The incident occurred at around 4:22 p.m. on the northbound Interstate 15, right under the Roy Rogers Drive overpass.
Initial reports revealed that the pedestrian was walking in the slow lane Then, reports revealed that the pedestrian was down on the right hand shoulder.
When firefighters with the Victorville Fire Department arrived, they called for a helicopter to airlift the pedestrian.
Meanwhile, an ambulance took the pedestrian to Victor Valley Global Medical Center. Subsequently, they airlifted the victim to an out-of-area trauma center.
Due to the limited information available, the authorities continued to investigate the crash.
If you feel yourself drifting into other lanes due to fatigue or any other reason, safely pull over and rest before continuing to drive. You can also call a friend or an Uber to pick you up if you feel like it would be unsafe to drive.
Ways to Deal with Pedestrian Accidents
Each year, around 20-50 million people are injured or disabled due to a crash. To avoid suffering from such incidents, practice safe driving habits on the road at all times.
As a driver, it’s your responsibility to do it even when it is empty, even when there is no police officer around to make sure you make, say, a complete stop.
Even with the best driving habits, it is still important to know what to do if you find yourself in a motor vehicle accident.
Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers says, “The most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash is hiring a personal injury attorney. Personal injury attorneys prioritize your recovery. At the same time, they will secure your future from further losses a severe accident can bring.”
If you’re involved in a serious pedestrian accident, call us. Sweet Lawyers has over 40 years of experience in the legal field. We know what it takes to win your auto accident, personal injury, or disability case. Also, we promise to fight, day and night, to achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Call our offices at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation with a professional in your area.