A 43-year-old man was killed following a pedestrian vs. vehicle collision in San Diego on Saturday afternoon, July 6, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal accident happened at about 2:38 p.m. on southbound Interstate 5 just north of Cesar E. Chavez Parkway.
CHP stated that the man was walking along the number 4 lane of southbound I-5 when he was struck by a pickup truck. Moments after hitting the pedestrian, another vehicle reportedly struck the pickup truck.
The victim was later identified as Richard N., a 43-year-old White male of unknown residency. The responding officials confirmed his death without medical intervention. As per the reports, he died due to blunt force trauma on the head and the torso.
There is no word yet of any injuries in the second incident involving the pickup truck that hit Richard N. and the other vehicle. None of the drivers that got involved were identified.
It is not immediately known if alcohol or drugs played a role in the deadly crash.
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.
