Black Canyon City, AZ – UPDATE: Raymond Hicks Killed in Pedestrian Crash on I-17
Black Canyon City, AZ (November 4, 2019) – A pedestrian killed in a crash on Sunday has been identified as 61-year-old Raymond Eugene Hicks of Black Canyon City, officials said.
According to local officers, the incident occurred around 6:34 p.m. Hicks is believed to have locked himself out of his truck and started walking southbound along Interstate 17 near the Rock Springs area, just outside Black Canyon City. As he was walking, a Cadillac sedan traveling southbound on Interstate 17 struck and killed him. Hicks was pronounced dead at the scene, and the driver of the sedan was not injured.
Officials did not release the identity of the driver, though authorities found an abandoned pickup located at milepost 238 on Interstate 17 northbound belonging to the family of Hicks. The accident remains under investigation at this time.
Our condolences go out to Raymond Eugene Hicks’s family at this time.
Fatal Pedestrian Crashes in Arizona
Over the last several years, the rate of deadly pedestrian crashes has increased nationwide and throughout the state. In fact, nearly 1,600 pedestrians were struck and killed in Arizona between 2010 and 2018, primarily in large cities like Phoenix and Tucson. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation data, authorities are still seeing a year-over-year rise in fatal pedestrian accidents.
When it comes to deadly pedestrian accidents, grieving families are left to pick up the pieces. Oftentimes, victims’ families are plagued by exorbitant medical costs, financial difficulties, and emotional trauma. However, those affected by these accidents can seek legal aid from a skilled wrongful death lawyer. A knowledgeable lawyer can help victims safeguard their legal rights in the aftermath of a crash and seek compensation to cover the costs associated with losing their loved ones.
ELG Law’s team of accident lawyers has years of experience advocating for victims and their families after injurious or deadly pedestrian accidents. Contact our accident attorneys today at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free consultation. Our compassionate attorneys are waiting to help you after you’ve suffered the tragic consequences of an accident that occurred through no fault of your own.
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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.
