SAN DIEGO COUNTY -- A pedestrian was fatally struck and killed on State Route 125 in La Mesa at about 10:30 p.m. Monday, 10 News reports. The man, whose name was not released pending family notification, was running across the southbound freeway when he was severely struck by a gray Honda Accord. The driver of the Accord called 911 to report the incident and mentioned that other vehicles hit the man as well. A total eight vehicles stopped following the accident, but it is not exactly known how many of them struck the pedestrian. According to Sgt. Damian Budwine of the CHP, the pedestrian is believed to be 25 to 35 years old.
Cause of the SR-125 Pedestrian Accident
Based on the limited information provided by news reports, it is unclear why the pedestrian was running across the highway. It is also not evident whether the drivers on the road were able to avoid or prevent the collision. Therefore, the California Highway Patrol will continue to investigate this October 3rd accident and determine what happened and why.
Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability
In unique and complex pedestrian accidents, where is it not clear who may be at fault for the collision, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a San Diego pedestrian accident lawyer. If the family decides pursue a wrongful death claim, an experienced attorney who specializes in fatal pedestrian incidents such as this one, can advise the family of their legal rights, help them in efforts in determining the parties responsible for the death of their loved one, and decide best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral/burial costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other related damages in this horrific pedestrian accident.
Sources: 10 News, San Diego Union Tribune
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