Oceanside, CA – UPDATE: Victim Identified in Fatal N Coast Hwy Crash
Oceanside, CA (January 30, 2020) – The identity of a victim who was killed in a deadly pedestrian crash in Oceanside, California has been released by authorities. Juan Muniz, 22, was killed Sunday morning, January 26th, after being hit by an oncoming vehicle on North Coast Highway near Sportfisher Drive. Authorities were notified of the accident at around 1:10 a.m.
Muniz was attempting to cross North Coast Highway when he was struck by a northbound vehicle. Muniz was rushed to a hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the vehicle, William Vaden, 31, was taken into custody under suspicion of DUI.
An ongoing investigation into the crash is currently in progress.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Juan Muniz at this time.
Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in California
Pedestrians often suffer the worst when involved in a crash with a motor vehicle. These accidents often happen due to inattentive drivers who fail to notice a pedestrian on the road. The consequences can be potentially fatal for an innocent pedestrian.
From 2006 to 2016, more than 8,000 people were killed in California in pedestrian-related accidents. Compared to the national average, the state’s pedestrian fatality rate is nearly 30 percent higher. California has more pedestrian deaths than any other state.
In some cases, surviving family members may be able to pursue compensation with the help of a California wrongful death attorney. The Coastal Legal Center understands that the loss of a loved one is a difficult time. Give us a call at (619) 231- 0724 to see what we can do for you.
Notes: Outside news sources were used to create this post. Subsequently, the details of the accident have not been independently verified by our own staff. If you find any false information in the story or would like the post to be removed, please inform us and we will correct the information or remove the post.
Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, Coastal Legal Center strives to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in San Diego. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.
