A 73-year-old woman was killed after getting hit by a vehicle in Winnetka, Los Angeles, on Tuesday afternoon, June 2, 2024.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the fatal collision happened around 5:40 p.m. in the 8300 block of Lurline Avenue near Roscoe Boulevard.
Authorities stated that a 73-year-old woman was accidentally struck and run over by a vehicle. Investigation showed that the victim and another person were attempting to push a car from a driveway onto Lurline when the collision happened. Due to the severity of the impact, the woman sustained major injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
As of this writing, it is unknown if anyone else was injured. There is no word yet if the driver of the vehicle that struck the victim stayed or fled the scene.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Police work is underway.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.