The Bellingham Herald reported that a pedestrian was killed after being run over by two drivers on the evening of Saturday, February 18th.
Bellingham Police reported that the 47-year-old victim, Brandon E. Mast, was seen yelling on a sidewalk before he was hit.
The first driver to strike Mr. Mast reportedly told police that they did not observe the victim until they collided with him near a crosswalk while driving south on North Samish Way. After the collision, this driver reported pulling over immediately and engaging the vehicle’s hazard lights.
Mr. Mast, laying in the road and unilluminated by any crosswalk lights, was tragically struck once more by another driver. The second driver, who reportedly noticed the first vehicle that had already pulled over, was unsuccessful in their attempts to stop or swerve to avoid hitting Mr. Mast. This driver, too, pulled over after the collision.
Both drivers remained at the scene when police arrived. The Bellingham Police did not report that either driver was suspected of being under the influence or committing any speeding violations.
An automobile collision occurs approximately every 10 seconds somewhere in the United States, so it is no surprise that automobile accidents give rise to many of the personal injury law claims filed in Washington State and the Pacific Northwest. According to WSDOT, the total number of car crashes in Washington state declined in 2022 compared to 2019-2021; however, the number of fatalities increased. This is a disturbing trend causing serious concern among pedestrians and motorists alike. GLP Attorneys offers high-quality legal and trial services for victims of serious automobile collisions.
In all collision cases, it is essential that measures be taken immediately to preserve evidence, investigate any facts in question, and enable physicians or other experts to thoroughly evaluate any injuries promptly. Personal injury cases from an automobile accident injury can be complex, and it is important that injured persons understand the variety of different liability and insurance coverage issues that may apply to their cases. If you think that someone was at fault in causing a collision that you, a family member, or a friend was involved in, you should have the facts of your claim reviewed by a lawyer as soon as possible. If you have been involved in a car accident, please call 206.448.1992 or email our attorneys at attorneys@glpattorneys.com.
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