Anaheim, CA (February 26, 2024) – A pedestrian was killed in a crash that took place in Anaheim early Monday morning. The accident was reported just after midnight on the Orange Freeway at the Lincoln Avenue on-ramp.
When officials arrived at the scene, they found a black Nissan Altima and the pedestrian lying in the roadway. The pedestrian sustained critical injuries after being hit by the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the crash scene. The identity of the victim has not been released at this time, and there is no information on how the crash took place. The road was partially closed as the crash was investigated. Drivers in the area were advised to use caution. At this time, it is unknown whether any charges will be filed. No additional details have been released.
We would like to offer our thoughts and condolences to the victim’s family following this fatal pedestrian crash in Anaheim.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
Pedestrian crashes in California lead to the loss of hundreds of lives every year. Pedestrians are extremely vulnerable to being injured in crashes due to the fact that they have no protection from the impact of a crash. A pedestrian crash can take place very suddenly and unexpectedly and often occurs because of the negligence of a driver.
If you or a family member have been impacted by a pedestrian accident in California, you may have legal rights. If your loved one was tragically killed, you could be entitled to file a wrongful death claim under California law in order to recover a variety of potential damages, including funeral expenses, loss of earning capacity, loss of love and affection, and potentially more. The law is complicated, so these claims should only be handled by an experienced attorney.
Here at Saleh Law Group, we represent clients across Southern California when they have been affected by the negligence of another person. We know the difficulties that you are facing during this time. Our team of dedicated and driven attorneys will always fight for your legal rights and the compensation that you deserve.
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 an Anaheim pedestrian accident lawyer, please give us a call at 949-431-6371.