Hamden, CT (May 6, 2024) – A woman who was hit by a car in Hamden on Friday, May 3, has lost her life. Police responded to the scene located in the 2300 block of Dixwell Avenue just before 11:00 p.m. following reports of a pedestrian who had been hit by a car. Once in the area, police reported they found a woman who had been hit by a car. She was taken to the hospital from the scene to get treatment for injuries she sustained. Her injuries were initially deemed non-life-threatening, sources said, however, she has recently lost her life. Police continue to investigate the details of the crash.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Connecticut Pedestrian Accidents
In the United States, car accidents pose a serious threat to safety. Annually, over 6 million traffic accidents are reported nationwide, resulting in approximately 3 million injuries and around 40,000 fatalities. Alarmingly, more than 93% of these incidents stem from the actions of negligent drivers.
Over the past decade, negligent driving has emerged as the leading cause of car crashes in America. Common forms of negligent driving include distraction, intoxication, speeding, and fatigue.
Pedestrian-involved traffic accidents frequently lead to injuries for pedestrians. According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about 51% of reported traffic accidents in the US involve pedestrians. The injuries suffered by pedestrians in these accidents are often severe and sometimes fatal.
If you or a loved one has recently been injured in a pedestrian crash caused by a negligent driver, you deserve the opportunity to recover without financial worries. No one should have to deal with financial concerns in such circumstances, especially when their injuries result from another person’s reckless, negligent, or malicious actions. You or your family member may be facing various losses and damages related to the accident, including lost wages, medical bills, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
Contact a pedestrian crash attorney in Hamden from our personal injury law firm, Kanca Law LLC, at 203-806-7003 to explore how we can assist you in recovering from this ordeal. During this difficult time, you shouldn’t have to bear the burden of financial concerns alone, which is why we are here to support your recovery.
