SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- A man and a woman pushing a shopping cart were dreadfully struck by a car in Victorville Friday night. According to The Press-Enterprise, the accident happened at 6:03 p.m. at 7th Street and La Paz Drive when the man, Jesse James, 47, of Victorville, and the woman, whose name was not released, were attempting to cross the street and then struck by an oncoming car driven by a 30-year-old woman.
Following this tragedy, the woman was transported to Victor Valley Community Hospital where she later died due to her injuries, while James is still in the hospital and in critical condition as of Monday.
Cause of the November 11th Pedestrian Accident
The pedestrian accident on 7th Street and La Paz Drive remains under investigation by authorities. However, based on the information provided by The Press-Enterprise and the Victorville Daily Press, it is unclear who may be at fault for the accident. Therefore, police officials will look at a variety of factors and determine who is ultimately responsible.
UPDATE: According to the San Bernardino County Sun, the woman killed in this tragic pedestrian accident was Angela Michelle Ehn, 36, of Victorville.
Pedestrian Accident Injury and Wrongful Death Liability
In fatal pedestrian accidents such as this one, where the cause is not clear, the injured victim and family members of the deceased victim would benefit from speaking to a Victorville personal injury or wrongful death lawyer. A skilled attorney who has the necessary tools and resources can help the victim and the family of the deceased protect their legal rights to hold the responsible party or parties financially liable for medical care expenses, funeral and burial costs, disfigurement, pain and suffering, and other damages. So, call (213)785-6828 immediately to speak to one of our knowledgeable and experienced attorneys and discuss your legal rights.
Sources: The Press-Enterprise, Victorville Daily Press
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