Jamie Gatewood Run Over in Accident on Long Beach Boulevard [Long Beach, CA]

Jamie Gatewood Dead in Long Beach Pedestrian Accident in Parking Lot

 
LONG BEACH, CA (June 1, 2021) – Monday morning, Jamie Gatewood, who was lying in a parking lot, died after being run over in an accident on 2500 Long Beach Boulevard.
 
According to the Long Beach Police Department, a 27-year-old Los Angeles man drove a 2010 Scion XB through a business parking lot. The incident transpired in the 2500 block of Long Beach Boulevard. Then, he hit the woman lying on the ground.
 
The officers responded to the scene at around 10:42 a.m. Afterward, the paramedics followed to help the 39-year-old female victim. However, she died of her injuries.
 
Meanwhile, the preliminary investigation revealed that the vehicle driving through the lot struck the woman as she lied underneath a pile of blankets in a parking stall.
 
After the crash, the unidentified driver stayed at the scene and has been cooperative with investigators.
 
The authorities do not believe that drugs, alcohol, or distracted driving played a role in the crash. Also, the driver has presented a valid license and proof of insurance.
 
Also, the authorities urged anyone with information about the crash to contact Det. S. Loughlin or Det. K. Johansen at 562-570-7355. For anonymous tipsters, they can contact 800-222-TIPS (8477), or visit LACrimeStoppers.org

We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the loved ones of Jamie Gatewood. May you find peace, comfort, and strength during this difficult time.

Filing a Wrongful Death Claim

 
As the loved ones of the victim grieve this Long Beach pedestrian crash, Sweet Lawyers wants you to you do not have to face the aftermath alone.
 
Moreover, it is important to recognize that if you lose someone in an accident, you may recover damages through a wrongful death suit.
 
Also, a wrongful death attorney gives the loved ones of a departed family member some semblance of justice.
 
“Our goal is to safeguard the legal rights of families in the wake of catastrophic accidents. Insurance companies only protect their interests, which is why we protect those of our clients, ” explains Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers.
 
If a loved one has been involved in a wrongful death accident, do not hesitate to reach out for help. The process of dealing with your loss, while fighting for justice, is never easy. Ultimately, this is necessary to alleviate some of the financial burdens after a serious pedestrian accident that causes irreversible damage. We wish to make this process as easy for you as possible. Thus, for more information, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free consultation with a legal professional.