Starting Pedestrian Crash on Knott Avenue and Katella Avenue Injures 1 [Cypress, CA]

Injuries Reported in Cypress Pedestrian Accident on Knott Avenue and Katella Avenue

CYPRESS, CA (September 1, 2023) – Thursday night, a startling pedestrian crash on Knott Avenue and Katella Avenue injured 1 person.

The incident happened at about 11:33 p.m. on Knott Avenue and Katella Avenue.

Units from the Cypress Police Department and Orange County Fire Authority came to the scene. According to reports, a vehicle struck and injured a pedestrian in a crosswalk.

Then, responders took the patient to the UCI trauma center in critical condition.

Also, the authorities shut down the intersection for a few hours which impacted the morning commute.

Also, the Major Accident Investigation Team handles the crash investigation. Meanwhile, the driver started at the scene and has been cooperative with the investigation.

At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash remained unclear. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.

Due to the limited information available, the authorities continued to investigate the crash.

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What’s Next after Starting Pedestrian Crash on Knott Avenue and Katella Avenue

According to NHTSA, pedestrian and bicyclist accidents continue to rise in the United States. More pedestrians and cyclists died in 2018 than in any year since 1990.
 
To avoid any involvement in incidents similar to the Cypress pedestrian accident, be a proactive driver. Driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.
 
It is also crucial that everyone remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of a pedestrian collision. Moreover, the most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash is hiring a personal injury attorney.
 
“A common misconception is that personal injury lawyers don’t care. That is simply not true. Injury lawyers care about and want justice for their clients. We are motivated by the desire to make our clients whole again,” says Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers, a practicing attorney.