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‘Twilight’ Fan Killed in Traffic Accident outside Comic Con
A fan of the “Twilight” film series was struck and killed by a car Tuesday while crossing a street in front of the San Diego Convention Center where Comic Con was holding their annual event.
The 56 year-old accident victim had been waiting in line for a Thursday “Twilight” panel when she crossed at the intersection of 5th and Harbor, which is adjacent to the area where the convention was being held.
A police investigation revealed that the unidentified woman was running across Harbor Drive when she almost ran into the path of vehicle traveling westbound. The victim stopped, but tripped and fell into the path of the vehicle which struck her in the head. She later died of the head trauma.
Stars from the “Twilight” movies will be attending the panel, being held today and will honor their fallen fan.
The driver of the vehicle, a 67 year-old man stayed on the scene and fully cooperated with police.
Pedestrians-vehicle accidents often up deadly for the victims. In instances when, a driver was reckless or negligent they may be held liable for wrongful death and accident attorneys can ask that the victim’s family be compensated.
Head injuries can be permanently disabling for accident victims. These victims will face exorbitant medical costs and may be unable to work again. Accident lawyers will make certain that those who suffer from traumatic brain injuries get the money they need to cover their medical costs and live a quality life.
Anytime a person has incurred injuries, whether they are minor or serious, has the legal right to hold a negligent driver accountable for their actions. When the victims retain an accident lawyer they know the costs of their medical care will not have to come out of their own pockets.
