Woman Killed in Pedestrian Accident on 20th Street and Avenue I [Lancaster, CA]

1 Dead in Lancaster Pedestrian Crash on 20th Street and Avenue I

 
LANCASTER, CA (January 12, 2021) – Sunday night, a woman in her 50s died in a pedestrian accident on 20th Street and Avenue I.
 
The deadly crash occurred at about 6:12 p.m. on 20th Street West, south of Avenue I.
 
“Preliminary investigation indicates a male adult in a Ford Escape was traveling northbound on 20th Street West. The driver of the Ford Escape struck a female adult (pedestrian) who was walking across 20th Street West,” reports stated.
 
As a result, responding paramedics declared the pedestrian dead at the scene. At this time, the authorities are withholding her identity due to pending family notification.
 
Also, the authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash. However, they do not believe that speed played a role in the crash.
 
“The driver of the Ford Escape did not appear to be under the influence. It is unknown at this time if alcohol or drugs were a factor with the pedestrian,” the sheriff’s news release said.
 
Meanwhile, the officers are urging anyone with information about the crash to call traffic investigators at the Lancaster Sheriff‘s Station at 661-948-8466.
 

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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 Fresno 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.