Andrew John Behrndt Hit By Two Cars, Killed on San Tomas Expressway in Santa Clara
SANTA CLARA, CA (December 6, 2021) – Sunday night, Andrew John Behrndt, 50, died in a crash on San Tomas Expressway near Scott Boulevard.
According to the Santa Clara Police, the incident happened at around 8:30 p.m. Moreover, it occurred on the northbound San Tomas Expressway.
Reports revealed that authorities classified the accident as a “major injury collision”.
Moreover, the incident closed the northbound lanes of San Tomas Expressway between Scott Boulevard & Central Expressway.
Furthermore, authorities asked everyone to avoid the area and to find alternate routes.
Later, authorities reported that two vehicles on the roadway struck and killed a pedestrian, Andrew John Behrndt, 50.
May this incident be a reminder for all motorists to drive responsibly. Drivers should also keep in mind that distracted driving, speeding, and failing to yield will lead to dangerous road accidents.
We at Sweet Lawyers send our condolences to the family of the victim.
How To Proceed From a Deadly Pedestrian Crash
On the AAA Foundation Website, chief executive officer Peter Kissinger repeatedly labeled the epidemic of motor vehicle-related accidents a “public health crisis.”
Mark Sweet, a personal injury attorney at Sweet Lawyers, says that serious accident cases may call for a separate investigation. It must be spearheaded by an experienced lawyer fighting on behalf of the injured party. A lawyer will make sure grieving families are not cheated of the proper compensation they are owed.
If you or a loved one suffered serious injuries in the crash on San Tomas Expressway near Scott Boulevard, reach out to the attorneys at Sweet Lawyers. Above all, we understand what you are going through. Our team is here to ensure your legal rights are safeguarded. Moreover, with over 40 decades in the field, we have the experience and the tools to win your case. Call us today at (800) 674 7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation. For your convenience, you can also reach us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by email, online chat, and text message.