Ceres, CA (September 14, 2022) – On Saturday afternoon, September 10, an accident involving a pedestrian and a tractor-trailer was reported in Ceres that killed one person.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that the accident occurred, at about 4:15 p.m., on Highway 99. CHP reported that a semi-truck, driven by 73-year-old William Hutton, was traveling northbound on Highway 99 approaching Hatch Road when it hit a pedestrian that was walking on the road. The impact caused the pedestrian to sustain major injuries. The driver of the semi-truck pulled over on the side of the road and immediately called 911 for assistance.
Emergency personnel was immediately called to the scene. They arrived, shortly thereafter, and rendered care to the injured pedestrian. Sadly, the pedestrian’s injuries were too severe. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. He was identified as Shaun Neuman, 27, of Ceres. The driver of the truck, Hutton, and his passenger, did not sustain any injuries.
The circumstances surrounding the accident are under further investigation by local authorities.
We extend our deepest condolences to the deceased victim’s family at this time. Our thoughts are with all those who have been affected by this tragedy.
Fatal Truck Accidents in California
California has such beautiful weather a majority of the year that people often take to outdoor activities, including walking, for leisure and exercise. People also walk or ride their bikes around town as a form of economical and environmentally friendly transportation. Unfortunately, there are more pedestrian accidents reported in California than in any other state in the country. Pedestrians are especially vulnerable when involved in an accident with a vehicle and especially if in an accident with a large commercial truck. Pedestrian accidents are not as common as other types of accidents, but when they do occur, they have the gravest outcomes, as there is nothing a pedestrian can do to shield or protect themselves from suddenly being hit.
California’s growing economy brings with it thousands of commercial trucks traveling California’s roads and highways each day. Trucks can be much more difficult to control and maneuver and are frequently in accidents. They are much higher off the ground than passenger vehicles, which makes it very difficult for them to see pedestrians on the road, oftentimes until it’s too late to avoid them. However, all drivers, including commercial truck drivers, owe a duty of care to pedestrians to exercise reasonable caution to avoid causing harm to them. If a pedestrian accident occurs, this duty of care has likely been breached.
When losing a loved one in a truck accident, your days are marked with overwhelming feelings of shock and sadness. There is nothing more devastating than the unexpected and tragic loss of a family member gone too soon. When you lose a loved one, we understand that no amount of money could replace that person in your life. However, filing a wrongful death suit against a negligent party can ensure that you get justice for your deceased family member and help you to cope with their loss. An experienced and compassionate attorney can help you with starting the process of filing a wrongful death claim and ease the burden of handling legal and insurance matters on your own.
If you have lost somebody you love in a fatal truck accident, speak with a legal advocate that you can trust. Please do not hesitate to contact a Ceres wrongful death attorney by calling (949) 536-9467 to see how we can help you.
Note: This accident news post was created with the use of outside sources. These sources include local news reports, state and local police reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts about serious truck accidents that occur in Southern California. For that reason, we have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this accident. If you find any information that is incorrect, please contact the Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates, PC so that we can update the post to reflect the most accurate information available.
Disclaimer: The photos used in this post were not taken at the actual accident. None of the information in this post is intended to be medical or legal advice. This post is not a solicitation for business.
