Pedestrian Killed in Auto Crash in State Route 76 and College Boulevard [Oceanside, CA]

Man Died in Auto-Pedestrian Crash in State Route 76 Oceanside

 
Oceanside, CA (May 25, 2020)– Sunday night, a 25-year-old pedestrian died in an auto crash at the intersection of State Route 76 and College Boulevard.
 
The crash occurred around 10:30 p.m. on May 24. Dispatched officers arrived and located a vehicle and the pedestrian down on the scene.
 
Witnesses said that a car heading east on SR 76, and the traffic signal was green when the driver approached the intersection. Then the pedestrian crossed SR 76 with a red hand signal flashing before being hit.
 
Emergency crews pronounced the man dead at the scene. His identity remains unreleased.
 
Meanwhile, the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Officers say the driver showed no signs of impairment.
 
Furthermore, Police continue to investigate the incident and is asking anyone with information to call 760-435-4412.

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Sweet Lawyers extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased.

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Pending Investigation of the Pedestrian Killed in State Route 76

 
According to NHTSA reports, in 2017 there were 5,977 pedestrians killed in traffic crashes in the United States. On average, a pedestrian was killed every 88 minutes in traffic crashes. That is more than 16 people a day, almost 115 people a week. Moreover, California had the highest number of pedestrian fatalities in 2017 (858).
 
In today’s current state of affairs, taking walks outside rises in popularity. However, more pedestrians are vulnerable to traffic accidents. Therefore, you must know how to proceed in case you find yourself or a family member involved in a similar accident reported above.
 
While assigning blame is usually one of the last things you would consider doing in a time like this, it is important to make sure your family is covered in the face of tragedy. If your family loses a member in an auto accident you may recover damages through a wrongful death suit. Call our offices now at (800) 674-7852 and let us help you deal with the legal processes. We are confident that our proven expertise for over 40 years will win your case. Above all, you won’t pay a dime until we settle your case. You can also reach us by email, talk to us on our live online chat, and text message us 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.