SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- A pedestrian was fatally injured while crossing the Highway 62 at Geronimo Trail, The Press-Enterprise reports. The accident happened in the city of Yucca Valley at about 6:40 p.m. Saturday when the pedestrian was struck by a three vehicles. The cars that struck the pedestrian was a 2011 Infinity SUV and a 1987 Mazda pickup truck. However, the third vehicle was not identified due to fleeing the scene.
Following the collision, the pedestrian, Deborah Ann Gerdes, 54, of Yucca Valley, died at the scene accident. If anyone has information regarding this incident or the driver that may be involved please contact the San Bernardino Sheriff's Morongo Basin station at 760-366-4175.
Cause of the Pedestrian Accident on Highway 62
The accident on November 5th remains under investigation by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. However, based on the information provided by news reports, it is unclear why the drivers of the vehicles did not see the pedestrian or whether or not they could have prevented the collision. It is also not excusable to flee the scene of an accident before the proper authorities arrive. Under the California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a): "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident."
Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability
While the investigation of this accident is ongoing, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a San Bernardino wrongful death attorney. A knowledgeable attorney who has the experience in pedestrian accidents such as this one, can advise the family of their legal rights, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral and burial costs, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship.
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