![[11-24-2024] Pedestrian Critically Injured After Being Struck by Pickup Truck on Morena Boulevard in Bay Ho](https://ak1.to//UTeu.webp)
A pedestrian pushing a shopping cart sustained life-threatening injuries after being struck by a pickup truck in the Bay Ho neighborhood of San Diego on Sunday evening, November 24, 2024.
According to the San Diego Police Department, the collision occurred at approximately 5:10 p.m. in the 4200 block of Morena Boulevard.
Authorities stated that a man in his 50s was pushing a cart northbound in the No. 2 lane when a white 2025 Ford F-250 pickup struck him from behind. The driver reportedly did not see the pedestrian.
The injured man was transported to a hospital, where he went into cardiac arrest. Medical personnel performed CPR, and he regained a pulse.
The pedestrian suffered multiple severe injuries, including fractured ribs, a ruptured spleen, a collapsed lung, and a fractured pelvis.
San Diego Police Department Traffic Division officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.
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.
