Davis, CA – A pedestrian was struck and killed in a collision involving three vehicles on Interstate 80 Wednesday morning, September 11, 2024, according to KCRA.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that the incident occurred around 6:24 AM in the eastbound lanes near Chiles Road, leading to significant traffic delays on the Yolo Causeway.
The pedestrian, whose identity has not yet been released, was found down in the middle lane of the highway. They were pronounced dead at the scene. The circumstances of how the pedestrian came to be on the busy interstate are still under investigation.
The CHP is continuing to investigate the accident and is working to understand the events leading up to the fatal collision.
Authorities have asked anyone with information about the incident to contact the CHP as they seek to bring closure to the victim’s family.
Pedestrian Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Motorists bear an added responsibility, known as the “Duty of Care,” towards pedestrians due to their heightened vulnerability in car accidents, often leading to pedestrian fatalities.
For those who have lost someone in a vehicular fatality, a Wrongful Death claim, made with the help of an experienced personal injury attorney, can provide compensation to alleviate the financial strain of laying their loved one to rest.
If the at-fault driver evades legal consequences, compensation might still be accessible through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Seeking advice from a personal injury attorney can help ascertain the most suitable options in such circumstances.
