Deadly collision happened near Banfield Drive and Club Center Drive, authorities say
SACRAMENTO, CA, (September 09, 2024) - The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office reports a 64-year-old man was fatally struck by a Sacramento Regional Transit District shuttle bus Monday morning.
Muhammad Saddique, 64, was fatally hit by a SacRT shuttle bus near Banfield Drive and Club Center Drive in Sacramento Monday morning, according to police.
Muhammad Saddique was hit around 8:30 a.m. near Banfield Drive and Club Center Drive. Tragically, Saddique died as a result of injuries.
Authorities said the bus involved in the crash was a SmaRT Ride, a shorter service bus that accepts ride requests.
Authorities are investigating.
PEDESTRIAN CRASH INVESTIGATION
While it is almost always a driver’s duty to yield to any pedestrian, they still face everyday dangers in this country. GHSA projects there were 6,721 pedestrian deaths in 2020, up 4.8% from the 6,412 deaths reported in 2019.
“In most instances, pedestrians possess the right of way when crossing an intersection or a street regardless of if they are in a marked crosswalk,” said Candice Bond, an experienced pedestrian accident attorney.
Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal, noted that in cases such as this, it is imperative to have an independent probe conducted by a seasoned lawyer to help protect the rights of the victim.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the results of the investigation, the family of Muhammad Saddique may be entitled to a wrongful death claim for the loss of love and companionship.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Stefano Formica, Of Counsel with Bond Legal.
“We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help protect their legal rights and best interests.”
Newsline's national legal analysts Candice Bond and Stefano Formica are experienced in fatal pedestrian accidents, and if you or a family member need help they are available for a free consultation to guide you.
(Candice Bond, Managing Partner, and Stefano Formica, Of Counsel, at Bond Legal, are the national legal analysts for Newsline. Newsline can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-985-6515 or use the submission box found on this page. Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state).
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