Marcelino Escober was identified as the victim of the pedestrian crash that occurred at Alhambra, California, on the morning of Saturday, April 25th. Accident reports state that the deceased, a 40-year-old man, was crossing the road when a vehicle struck him.
According to reports from the California Highway Patrol, the fatal accident occurred in the region of Garfield Avenue and Shorb Street at around 7:50 a.m. The victim of the crash was walking on Garfield Avenue and stepped off the east curb when the vehicle hit him. Marcelino Escober died at the scene of the accident.
The driver of the vehicle that hit the deceased remained at the scene and cooperated with the authorities. The report also showed that the authorities do not suspect the driver of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs. There is no further information concerning the accident, but investigations remain ongoing.
The rate of pedestrian accidents is on the increase in the state of California. According to accident reports, these crashes are caused by negligence on the part of the driver as well as the pedestrians.
Pedestrians must ensure that they keep to the sidewalks when walking on the roads. Look carefully for oncoming vehicles before going ahead to cross the road. Drivers, on the other hand, should ensure that they look out for pedestrians when driving.
Stay focused and alert when on the road and avoid distractions like texting, calling, or eating. Avoid driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both. Traffic officials advise motorists and pedestrians to adhere to safety tips to prevent accidents and fatalities.
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