Philadelphia, PA (May 31, 2024) – Police say that a hit-and-run crash late Wednesday night claimed the life of a 44-year-old pedestrian on East Torresdale Avenue in the 24th District. The accident occurred just before midnight on May 29, leading to the death of the victim at Temple University Hospital shortly thereafter.
Investigators are seeking a silver or blue Mitsubishi Outlander, which is believed to have been involved in the incident. According to the initial investigation, the vehicle was traveling eastbound on the 1800 block of East Torresdale Avenue when it struck the pedestrian attempting to cross the street. The driver then fled the scene at a high rate of speed, continuing eastbound. However, the specific circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear, and police are continuing to investigate.
We offer our deepest condolences to the deceased victim’s family.
Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania
During the last several years, there has been an upsurge in pedestrian accidents in Pennsylvania. In fact, during this period, there has been an approximately 20% increase in pedestrian deaths. Of course, parking lots, crosswalks, intersections, and congested downtown areas are where pedestrian accidents occur most often. Furthermore, areas near schools and residential neighborhoods tend to have a higher rate of pedestrian accidents due to the increased number of pedestrians—especially children—in these areas.
Following the rules of the road, being aware of their surroundings, and driving carefully and alertly are all essential for drivers. After all, it is generally preventable to avoid catastrophic injuries or fatalities from pedestrian accidents, which are incredibly upsetting for the victims since they often cause long-term suffering and financial hardships.
Insurance companies often use various tactics to deny or reduce claims related to pedestrian accidents, thus exacerbating the situation. They have the option to downplay the severity of the wounds or dispute the insured driver’s culpability. Nonetheless, the Slocum Firm’s Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyers are skilled in handling these cases. We are committed to safeguarding our clients’ rights.
We at the Slocum Firm understand what it takes to stand up for you and your loved ones. We will represent your best interests and work to ensure that you get fair compensation at every stage of the claims procedure. Call (570) 209-7376 to talk with our Pennsylvania pedestrian accident lawyers about scheduling a free consultation and learning more about how our team will protect your legal rights after an accident.
