Bakersfield, CA – 18-Year-Old Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Haley Street
Bakersfield, CA (April 3, 2019) – 18-year-old Jason Quinn Kelly was struck and killed in a pedestrian accident that took place in the 3200 block of Haley Street.
The accident, according to police, took place around 8:50 p.m. near the Bakersfield College. At the time, Kelly was allegedly walking across the street around the area of a marked crosswalk. He was suddenly struck by an oncoming vehicle.
Kelly suffered major injuries in the accident. The driver pulled off to the side of the road and called 911; however, when paramedics arrived, Kelly was tragically pronounced deceased.
Liability is still being determined at this time while police continue to investigate the accident.
We would like to reach out and extend our genuine condolences to the family and friends of Jason Kelly, whose life was taken prematurely in this horrific accident.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
In 2013, California sat at the top of the list of states with the most pedestrian fatalities. These accidents continue to happen every year with frequency. Pedestrian accidents tend to bring some of the most severe results due to the fact that pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable parties on our roads. They have very few protections from harm from large motor vehicles. Our pedestrian accident attorneys are here to help you through this difficult time in your life if your family has suffered on extreme levels due to one of these accidents.
Our accident attorneys at the Los Angeles Injury Group are here for you after one of your loved ones has been taken from you due to the negligence of a third party. You may be entitled to various types of compensation to help you cover a variety of losses that continue to pile up against you after losing somebody close to you so unexpectedly. You need the guidance of an experienced professional to help you in your time of need. Please contact us at 310-954-7248 to help you at this time.
