April 04, 2023
Los Angeles, CA – Pedestrian Injured in Crash on Figueroa St. and Adams Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA (April 5, 2023) – The Los Angeles Police Department responded to reports of a pedestrian crash on Tuesday, April 5th. The accident was reported at approximately 9:30 a.m. at the intersection of South Figueroa Street and West Athens Boulevard.
According to an eyewitness report, the victim was walking near the road when they were hit by a vehicle. The pedestrian, who was not identified, was transported from the scene by an ambulance. The nature and the extent of the pedestrian’s injuries have not been revealed at this time. There is no information on the events that led up to the collision. Police partially closed the road while they conducted an investigation into the accident. Motorists were advised to avoid the scene and to find an alternate route of travel during this time.
There is no word on whether any charges will be filed in connection with the crash. An investigation is ongoing.
No further information is available at this time.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to the injured victim following this pedestrian crash in Los Angeles. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Los Angeles
As the second-most populated area in the country, Los Angeles has its share of pedestrians. In 2022, according to preliminary data from the Los Angeles Police Department, 312 people were killed in Los Angeles car accidents, and more than 1,500 victims were injured. A total of 159 of these fatalities were attributed to pedestrian accidents. Undoubtedly, a substantial number of these serious injuries were also suffered by pedestrians. It is estimated that more than 80% of pedestrian accidents in Los Angeles will end with some type of injury. Due to their vulnerability, pedestrians are often very seriously hurt when they are hit by a vehicle.
The cause of every pedestrian accident must be closely examined by police. Determining who was responsible for causing the accident can be complicated. Often, different versions of the story will exist, and there may not have been an eyewitness to the collision. In this instance, police must carefully look at all of the surrounding circumstances to make a determination as the fault. The scene will be surveyed, and measurements and photographs will be taken. Officials may also speak to anyone who saw the accident as well as to those who were involved. In order to protect your rights, it is crucial to obtain the services of an attorney who can assist you with this process.
Here at Madison Law Group, our Los Angeles pedestrian accident lawyers are here to help during your time of need. We know that you are suffering greatly due to a sudden and unexpected crash. We want to help turn your life around and fight for your future. Our lawyers have many years of combined experience handling some of the most complex legal cases in California.
We are here to speak with you at any time. For your appointment with a pedestrian accident lawyer in Los Angeles, please give us a call at (310) 201-7676.