Just before 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, a pedestrian was struck by a car and tragically died of their injuries. The accident occurred on Absecon Boulevard in New Jersey.
Pedestrians are high-risk victims in all instances in which they are sharing the road with a vehicle. Drivers are required to do all they can to avoid striking a pedestrian because the outcome can be so significant. If you are a victim of a car accident or a pedestrian accident, contact our Atlantic County car accident attorney to protect your right to compensation.
Pedestrian Killed in Accident with Vehicle
Early information from the Absecon Police Department indicates that a driver on US Route 30 struck a pedestrian just to the west of the Delilah Road overpass. The driver remained on the scene of the accident. The authorities have not provided specific information about how the pedestrian was hit nor where the pedestrian was on the roadway. However, the pedestrian died at the scene of the accident. Police continue to investigate and have called for witnesses to come forward to provide more information.
Schedule a Free Consultation if Your Loved One Suffers the Ultimate Loss
Car accidents resulting in fatalities are some of the most tragic, and yet family members often need to seek legal support to pursue damages from those at fault. At Kwartler Manus, our Atlantic County car accident attorney can offer guidance to you on what your legal options are if you have been involved in an accident like this or as a pedestrian at a free consultation.