Young Boy Injured in Pedestrian Accident Near Merced
A young boy was struck by a vehicle on the afternoon of Thursday, November 16, 2017. Unfortunately, the collision caused the boy to be hospitalized for his injuries.
We hope and pray for a speedy and full recovery for the young boy that was injured in this frightening accident.
What Happened?
A 9-year-old boy was walking on the sidewalk along R Street in the vicinity of Loughborough Drive at approximately 3:11 pm. The boy allegedly jumped off of the sidewalk as an attempt to avoid a flooded gutter. At the same time, a 2002 Toyota Camry driven by an 84-year-old Merced man was turning right onto R Street. The Merced man was unable to avoid the young boy in the path of his vehicle. This resulted in a serious pedestrian accident.
Young Boy Hospitalized after Accident
Crews from the Merced Fire Department were dispatched to the scene of the accident. When they arrived, they discovered the boy trapped under the Toyota Camry. Thankfully, crews were able to remove the boy from under the vehicle and transported him to the Valley Children’s Hospital for injury treatment. The extent of his injuries has not yet been released by officials.
What Caused the Pedestrian Accident?
It is still too soon to determine the cause of the accident. Usually, Traffic Collision Reports are processed within seven to ten calendar days. However, officers from the Merced Police Department did not find that alcohol or drugs played as factors in the collision.
Pedestrian Accident Statistics
A 2015 Pedestrian Safety Report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), indicated that 129,000 pedestrians were hospitalized for their injuries from traffic collisions. Such accidents tend to occur due to:
- Distracted Driving
- Drunk Driving
- Inattentive Drivers
- Reckless Driving
- Roadway Defects
Drivers are obligated to be aware of their surroundings at all times as pedestrians may enter the roadway for any reason, such as obstructions in their path. However, not all motorists exercise responsible driving habits on the road. If you or a member of your family has been injured in a pedestrian accident, it is important to contact a Merced car accident lawyer. An experienced attorney can assist you through the process of filing a claim for losses incurred by such traumatic events.
Merced Car Accident Lawyer
I’m Ed Smith, a Merced car accident lawyer. Accidents are unpredictable and can result in devastating, life-changing injuries. If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a car accident, please call me at (209) 227-1931 for free, friendly advice. You may also contact me toll-free at (800) 404-5400.
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