Long Beach, CA (March 24, 2024) – The Long Beach Police Department responded to the scene of a fatal incident on Friday, March 22nd. The collision was reported around 7:00 p.m. on 55th Way near the intersection with Paramount Boulevard.

According to a report, a 4-year-old girl attempted to cross the road when she was hit by a Ford F-150. The girl, who was not identified, was rushed to a local hospital but later succumbed to her injuries. The driver of the F-150 remained at the scene and spoke with authorities regarding the collision. Police do not believe that speeding or impairment played a role in the crash. There were no other injuries reported. The incident remains under investigation and there is no further information available.

We would like to offer our most sincere condolences to the victim’s family in the aftermath of this fatal pedestrian crash in Long Beach.

Pedestrian Accidents in California

Pedestrian accidents claim the lives of more than 800 people annually. Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable crash victims on our state’s roadways and have no protection from the force and impact of an accident. All it takes is a split second of negligent driving to result in a pedestrian crash that can change multiple lives forever. Every pedestrian accident must be carefully investigated in order to determine the cause and who should be held responsible.

If you have been affected by a California pedestrian accident, you are likely to have questions regarding your legal rights. The law can be complex and it is important to seek the services of an experienced attorney at the soonest possible time. Having an attorney by your side helps to ensure that your legal rights are protected and that your future is secured.

Here at Saleh Law Group, our team stands ready to provide legal assistance to you. We have helped hundreds of innocent crash victims and their families and we would be honored to assist you as well. You may have a limited time to take action so it is important that you reach out to us as soon as possible.

We are standing by to speak with you now. Our team provides free consultations and case evaluations for all potential and prospective clients. When you are in need of a tough and aggressive law firm, we can help you obtain the results that you deserve. There is no financial obligation until we obtain a recovery. To speak with a Long Beach pedestrian accident lawyer, please give us a call at 949-431-6371.