1 Dead in Stanton Pedestrian Accident on Katella Avenue near Date Street
STANTON, CA (April 21, 2021) – Tuesday night, a pedestrian died in a crash on Katella Avenue near Date Street in Stanton.
According to reports, the deputies came to the scene at around 9:00 p.m. Moreover, it happened in the 7600 block of Katella Avenue, near Date Street.
Upon the officers’ arrival, they located a woman who was declared dead at the scene, said Lt. J. Montano of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.
Reports said that the woman was probably outside a marked crosswalk during the incident. Meanwhile, responders took the vehicle driver to a hospital to be tested for DUI, Montano added.
As a result of the crash, Katella Avenue and Date Street became closed to traffic until further notice.
Also, the authorities haven’t disclosed the identity of the deceased.
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.
Filing a Wrongful Death Claim
As the loved ones of the victim grieve this fatal Stanton 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.