![[05-28-2024] Female Pedestrian Killed After Being Hit by Vehicle Near Tracy](https://ak1.to//a8Pe.webp)
A female pedestrian was killed after being hit by a vehicle just outside Tracy early Tuesday morning, May 28, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal collision happened around 1:00 a.m. along 11th Street.
Officers said that the pedestrian was walking on the shoulder west of Cabe Road when, for some reason, she suddenly walked right into the path of a vehicle heading down 11th Street.
It was a 70-year-old Newman resident who was driving the vehicle that collided with the pedestrian, throwing her onto the edge of the south roadway.
Officers pronounced the woman dead at the scene. Her name, age, and place of origin were not available at this time. CHP believes that the deceased was a member of the unhoused community.
The elderly driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene and cooperated with the authorities. It is not yet known whether the driver was injured.
The official cause of the pedestrian vs. vehicle accident remains under investigation.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
