According to Wyomissing, PA, police, a pedestrian lost their life on Friday afternoon after a vehicle struck them near the entrance to a shopping center. Police were called to the scene at 1:15 in the afternoon to the entrance of the Berkshire Square Shopping Center on State Hill Road. That is where they found an elderly person who had been hit by a vehicle. The vehicle was later described as a 2015 Lexus SUV.
Rescuers transported the pedestrian to Reading Hospital, but they later lost their lives due to the complexities of their injuries. Police charged the driver of the vehicle with failing to stop under Section 3323(b) of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code. The driver later pleaded guilty to the citation. Speak with a Wyomissing pedestrian accident attorney from Kwartler Manus today.
Why Pedestrian Accidents Happen So Frequently
Many of today’s modern vehicles use tools to detect drivers. Warning signs along crosswalks flash. There are multiple indications for drivers to watch for pedestrians, and yet accidents continue to happen.
Most often, these accidents occur for reasons that are fully preventable, such as running a red light, being distracted, or driving aggressively. Most often, pedestrians do not run out into the middle of the road, so drivers should have enough time to stop under safe conditions.
How We Help Families Heal
If your loved one lost their life in an accident like this, contact our Wyomissing pedestrian accident lawyer to help you build a clear claim. At Kwartler Manus, we make sure those at fault pay. Call today to schedule a free consultation.
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