LOS ANGELES, CA — Tragedy struck on the 101 Freeway in Los Angeles when Miguel Durazo, Jr., a 42-year-old pedestrian, was fatally struck by a vehicle on Thursday afternoon, May 30, 2024. The incident occurred along the southbound lanes near North Los Angeles Street at approximately 1:45 p.m.
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner identified the victim and has reported that the cause of death was due to blunt force trauma resulting from the collision. The authorities have yet to release information regarding the driver involved in the accident.
The California Highway Patrol is currently leading an in-depth investigation to uncover the circumstances of the crash. They are assessing all contributing factors, including road conditions, sign visibility, and road lighting, which could have had a role in this unfortunate event.
Statistics from the Governors Highway Safety Association have indicated an uptrend in pedestrian fatalities in recent years, highlighting the increasing risks associated with walking along busy roadways.
Source: The Legal Advocate
