Man Killed in Pedestrian Crash on Pacific Coast Highway and Porto Marina Way [Los Angeles, CA]

1 Dead in Los Angeles Accident on Pacific Coast Highway and Porto Marina Way

 
LOS ANGELES, CA (February 15, 2021) – Sunday night, a man died in a pedestrian crash on Pacific Coast Highway and Porto Marina Way.
 
The fatal incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m., said Officer Lezeth Lomelli of the LAPD’s Media Relations Section. Moreover, it happened on Pacific Coast Highway and Porto Marina Way.
 
According to Lomelli, a vehicle was driving north on Pacific Coast Highway, south of Porto Marina Way. Then, a 27-year-old pedestrian walked across the road outside of the crosswalk. The driver attempted to avoid the crash by swerving the vehicle. However, the vehicle still hit him.
 
The vehicle went into the southbound lanes and down an embankment onto the beach, Lomelli added.
 
Also, the authorities declared the pedestrian dead at the scene. His identity remains undisclosed due to pending family notification. Meanwhile, the driver and the passenger of the vehicle both suffered injuries.
 
Furthermore, the CHP issued a SigAlert that closed Pacific Coast Highway between Porto Marina Way and Temescal Canyon Road.

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

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Filing a Wrongful Death Claim

 
As the loved ones of the victim grieve this fatal Los Angeles 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 lawsuit 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.