25-Year-Old Pedestrian Hospitalized after Motorcycle Crash near Grand Avenue

PACIFIC BEACH, CA (April 14, 2023) – Early Sunday morning, a pedestrian crash on Mission Boulevard left one person with injuries.

On March 26th, just before 2:00 a.m., officers responded to the area after receiving a report about a crash involving a motorcyclist and a pedestrian.

According to Officer Sarah Foster, a 25-year-old man attempted to cross Mission Boulevard south of Grand Avenue outside a pedestrian lane when he was struck by the motorcyclist.

Furthermore, the pedestrian suffered serious injuries and was immediately transported to the hospital by the responding paramedics.

Meanwhile, footage showed that the 30-year-old rider was driving impaired at the time of the incident.

Consequently, police arrested the man on suspicion of driving under the influence. Further investigation is still underway.

Those with further information regarding the accident are encouraged to contact local authorities as soon as possible.

Whether you are a driver or a pedestrian, it is important to follow all traffic laws and be cautious of the conditions of the road. If you’re behind the wheel, avoid distractions and look out for pedestrians at all times. If you’re a pedestrian, cross the streets at designated crosswalks or intersections.

It is important to have strong legal representation on your side when injured in a pedestrian crash. Reach out to the pedestrian accident attorneys at Sweet James today. With 20 years of experience in the field, we know what it takes to help you win your case. Our team understands what you are going through, and we are here to help you seek justice and compensation. Call us at 1-844-363-7713 for a free and confidential case evaluation. You can reach us 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through email, text, and online chat.