Deadly South LA Pedestrian Crash on San Pedro Street
Investigators are working to determine the cause of a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred in South LA Monday night.
It was at 10:14 p.m. when the incident took place on San Pedro Street.
A vehicle struck the person under unclear circumstances and they unfortunately died at the scene.
The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of kin.
A stretch of the street was shut down for a period of time following the accident.
Further details will be provided once an investigation is concluded.
There was a 26% increase in pedestrian deaths in California from 2014-2018.
In addition, California’s pedestrian fatality rate is about 25% higher than the national average.
Tips for pedestrians:
- Always be aware of your surroundings
- Avoid distractions (use of headphones, cell phone)
- Obey traffic laws & signals
- Always use crosswalk
If your injuries are caused by the negligence of a third party you may be entitled to compensation. In the event of a death, families may be entitled to wrongful death benefits.
If you or a loved one need legal help following an accident, contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111.