A pedestrian versus vehicle accident occurred on the morning of Friday, April 10, around 6:15 a.m. Police responded to the scene of the accident, which happened at Hazel Avenue and Oak Avenue. The family of the victim may be entitled to compensation if they acquire the help of a pedestrian accident lawyer.
Police reports indicate that 13-year-old Shawn Williams was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street. The authorities have yet to determine what initially caused the accident. They are unsure if Williams stepped in front of the car or if he ran into the street.
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The unnamed driver of the vehicle that struck the teenager stayed at the scene. The driver cooperated fully with the police at the scene of the accident.
It is unclear if Williams was in a crosswalk at the time of the accident.
Emergency medical services responded to the accident. Williams was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. His injuries were considered extensive, due to the nature of the accident.
The police are still considering the investigation into the accident as open. There have not been any charges filed at this time.
Pedestrian accidents are becoming exceedingly more common. It is the responsibility of the pedestrian to use marked crosswalks.
Drivers need to make sure they are not distracted and are always aware of their surroundings.
Updates will be published about this story as the police department releases them.
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