The incident happened at around 5:48 p.m. January 13, near the intersection of Eleventh Avenue
Hesperia, CA – A pedestrian was flown to a hospital after being struck by a vehicle on Bear Valley Road in Hesperia on Tuesday evening, according to the authorities.
The incident happened at around 5:48 p.m. January 13, near the intersection of Eleventh Avenue.
According to authorities, at least one vehicle struck a pedestrian near the intersection under unclear circumstances.
Responding emergency crews found the pedestrian with life-threatening injuries and rendered aid to the victim. A helicopter was requested and the pedestrian was flown to an out-of-area trauma center for further medication.
Identification details on the pedestrian were not immediately available.
Authorities reported that multiple vehicles were at the scene when they arrived. It's unclear whether any of the vehicles was involved in the pedestrian crash.
No further information on the collision was released. Authorities are still working to determine the exact cause of the accident.
In 2024, San Bernardino County recorded approximately 14,615 people injured or killed in vehicle collisions, a slight decline from previous years. Still, the county maintains a high fatality rate per capita compared to other Southern California counties. This rate of 17.22 deaths per 100,000 residents is more than double that of larger counties like Los Angeles and San Diego, suggesting that residents in less densely populated areas of the county face a greater individual risk on the road. While the overall per capita rate of crash victims has been on a modest downward trend since 2015, the data highlights specific areas of concern. For instance, despite a decrease in overall pedestrian injuries and fatalities in 2023 and 2024, the rate of cyclist victims has continued to increase, reaching a 10-year high. In recent years (2022-2024), cyclists and pedestrians accounted for 6% of all traffic collisions. In 2021 specifically, San Bernardino County was ranked high in California for several collision types, including total fatal and injury collisions, alcohol-involved incidents, and pedestrian-involved crashes. The county's geography, which includes major interstates like I-10, I-15, and I-215 that experience heavy congestion and extreme weather conditions, contributes to the challenging traffic safety landscape.
Legal Help After a Pedestrian Accident
If you have been injured in a pedestrian crash on a Hesperia roadway, you may have legal options. A San Bernardino pedestrian accident attorney can help you pursue compensation for your injuries and other damages. Speaking with an experienced attorney can help ensure your rights are protected while the investigation continues.