1 Dead in Puyallup Pedestrian Accident on 2200 South Meridian
PUYALLUP, WA (November 28, 2022) – Early Sunday, a person died in a pedestrian crash on 2200 South Meridian.
The incident happened just after 2:00 a.m. on 2200 South Meridian.
According to reports, a 32-year-old Tacoma man struck and killed a pedestrian. Meanwhile, responders arrived after receiving reports from the Tacoma man that he struck a car that was parked in the middle of the roadway.
When the police arrived, they found the Tacoma man performing CPR on the victim.
However, the authorities declared that person dead.
During the investigation, police confirmed that the Tacoma man traveled south on South Meridian when he hit the victim’s vehicle.
Then, the authorities arrested him on suspicion of DUI and vehicular homicide charges.
At this time, the investigators haven’t revealed why the vehicle was stopped in the roadway or why the man had stepped outside.
Meanwhile, a passenger in that vehicle, a 32-year-old woman from Tacoma, was taken to a hospital with minor injuries.
The Metro Cities Major Collision Response Team handles the crash investigation.
Furthermore, they urged anyone who witnessed the collision to contact the Puyallup Police Department’s tip line at 253-770-3343 or email tips@puyallupwa.gov.
We at Sweet Lawyers send our condolences to the loved ones grieving the death of the victim.
Moving Forward After the Deadly Crash in Puyallup
The loss of a family member is irreversible. Thus, it is in the best interest of you and your family to be aware of what to do next.
Filing a wrongful death claim after the crash on 2200 South Meridian. can help alleviate the financial burden the death of a relative has generated.
“Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family the space to heal. At the same time, ensuring that justice is brought to your loved one,” says Mark Sweet, of Sweet Lawyers.
If you lost someone you love in a similar pedestrian accident, you do not have to face the aftermath alone. We strive for legal representation that encourages families to remain strong and find hope in their future. Above all, we understand the gravity of the situation at hand and want to help you. Moreover, with our seasoned wrongful death lawyers, you will only need to tend to your well-being while we focus on your legal claim. Furthermore, our attorneys will ensure that you and your family receive the justice and compensation you deserve. Thus, for more information, call us now for a free consultation at (800) 674 7852.