Jesus Godines Struck and Killed in East Fresno
Fresno, CA (August 20, 2020) – On Wednesday, 46-year-old Jesus Godines was struck and killed in a pedestrian accident on N Maple Avenue and E Dakota Avenue.
Moreover, the fatal accident happened before 9:30 p.m. on August 19 at an intersection in Central Fresno.
The report said a woman driving a vehicle traveling southbound on Maple Avenue struck the Fresno resident.
The involved driver told the authorities that she saw Mr. Godines sitting on the roadway but was unable to stop or swerve in time.
The authorities pronounced the man dead at the scene.
Officers identified the victim as a man in his 50s but did not disclose his name pending notification of the family.
Meanwhile, authorities continue to investigate the crash.
With heavy hearts, we at Sweet Lawyers express our condolences to the loved ones of Jesus Godines.
May you find courage in the time of grief.
The Rising Numbers of Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents are incidents in which someone walking or crossing a road is injured by a vehicle striking them.
“Pedestrian accidents do not occur as much as motor vehicle accidents, but pedestrian accidents tend to include more serious injuries,” reminds Tyler Toomey, a practicing attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a similar pedestrian accident, call Sweet Lawyers. Above all, we believe that no bereaved family should have to carry this burden alone. We are here to help you maximize your recovery while we exhaust every avenue for you to receive the restitution you deserve. Our firm will commit our resources and years of experience to bring justice for your loss. Thus, let us handle your case, and we will take care of all the nitty-gritty details. Give us a call at (800) 674 7852. Additionally, our office can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.