59-Year-Old Woman Fatally Struck on Highway 18 Pedestrian-Vehicle Collision [Apple Valley, CA]

Female’s Death is 7th Pedestrian Fatality on Roads in Apple Valley

Apple Valley, CA (April 09, 2022) On Thursday, a 59-year-old woman died in a pedestrian-vehicle collision on Highway 18.

The Apple Valley Sheriff’s Station says the fatal crash happened around 9:45 p.m. at the intersection of outer South Highway 18 and Tonikan Road.

Reports say that a vehicle struck a 59-year-old woman walking along outer Highway 18.

Authorities say that the driver of an eastbound white GMC Sierra failed to notice the female was walking on the same roadway.

Rescuers say the female sustained serious injuries and rescuers took her to Providence St. Mary Medical Center where she later died due to her injuries.

The Apple Valley Fire Protection District and American Medical Response provided assistance at the scene just west of Central Road.

Officials closed the intersection of outer South Highway 18 and Tonikan Road during their investigation.

Additionally, the Apple Valley woman was identified as homeless, her identification is not available until her kin is notified.

Sweet Lawyers would like to express our sincere condolences to the loved ones of the female pedestrian. May you have courage during this difficult time.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident

Unfortunately, nowadays, unexpected death could just happen at any time much like the fatal pedestrian-vehicle collision on Highway 18.

Sometimes, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.

It is clear now more than ever that one person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other individuals. This is quite common in accidents that result in death. Therefore, it is crucial that the family of the victim becomes aware that they have the authority to file a wrongful death suit.

Some of the situations that could result in wrongful are homicide, medical malpractice, transportation accidents, pedestrian collisions, police brutality, and any other instance caused by the wrongdoing of another person.

When the family file for a wrongful death claim, economic and non-economic damages are taken into consideration.

These can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, loss of companionship, and much more.

Our litigators here at Sweet Lawyers would love to tell you more about a possible wrongful death case. Reach out to us at (800) 674 7852.

In fact, when you hire us, our legal attorneys will exhaust their best to ensure you get the maximum settlement. They will speak to witnesses, analyze evidence, and obtain important data that will help your case.

You can call us any time of the day, and any day of the week.