Woman Killed in Stockton Pedestrian Accident
Recently, a 58-year-old female lost her life when she was hit by an SUV as she crossed the street behind the Sherwood Mall. The pedestrian accident occurred near Tamworth Way and West Robinhood Drive. The location is a residential neighborhood behind a Home Goods store near the mall. Sadly, the victim died at the scene, according to the Stockton Police Department.
An initial investigation reported that a 57-year-old female motorist was headed south on Tamworth Way near West Robinhood Drive in her 2000 Ford Expedition. The Expedition then struck the 58-year-old victim. The driver of the Expedition stopped and cooperated with police. She was not arrested.
No. Some people mistakenly assume that a motorist is without blame if the pedestrian is not in a crosswalk. The totality of the circumstances in every pedestrian injury case must be considered. A single factor—like being in or out of a crosswalk—doesn’t mean pedestrians cannot recover compensation for their injuries or losses.
One Sided Investigations
Sometimes, when a pedestrian is struck and killed by a motorist, there is only one side of the story being told. If the victim dies at the scene, then his or her statement cannot be obtained by local authorities. Sometimes, there are no independent witnesses available to give a statement. This can leave the victim’s family with many unanswered questions. That is why it is crucial to contact an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer if you or someone you love has been seriously injured or killed in a pedestrian accident.
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