Charlotte, NC (October 8, 2020) – Police are investigating after a pedestrian was hit by an unmarked patrol vehicle in Charlotte. The incident occurred just before 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 7th along Independence Boulevard.
According to initial reports, a pedestrian was crossing the road when they were struck by the unmarked vehicle. The officer driving the vehicle was off duty at the time that the crash took place. The unidentified pedestrian was taken to a local hospital where they are currently receiving treatment for life-threatening injuries. The officer was not hurt in the collision. There is no word at this time on whether any charges are expected to be filed following the crash.
An investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time. There is no additional information available.
We would like to extend our thoughts to the injured pedestrian in this crash in Charlotte. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in North Carolina 
Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable crash victims on our roadways. A pedestrian who is struck by a vehicle has no protection from the force of a collision. It is no surprise, then, that North Carolina pedestrian accidents often result in severe injuries and even death in the worst-case scenario. According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, our state experienced 2,435 pedestrian accidents in 2018 with 2,210 reported injuries and 225 fatalities. These numbers illustrate the very high risk of death or serious injury for pedestrians who are involved in an accident.
If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident in North Carolina, you could have legal rights. Many pedestrian accidents take place due to the actions of negligent drivers. This includes drivers who are speeding, impaired, distracted, or otherwise driving in a careless manner that leads to a collision. Each pedestrian accident must be closely investigated by authorities in order to determine how the crash took place and who should be held responsible.
At Burton Law Firm, we are here for you during your time of greatest need. We understand many of the difficulties that you are facing in the aftermath of an accident. During this time, you could be struggling to make ends meet, or just simply wishing to return to the life that you enjoyed prior to the crash. Regardless of what you are facing, you should make every effort to maximize your recovery. Our North Carolina pedestrian accident attorneys will make sure that you are fully compensated for your injuries and that you are not left financially responsible for the negligence of another driver. Since 2012, our firm has recovered more than 40 million dollars in total compensation for injured victims and their families throughout North Carolina.
We are standing by to take your call at any time and we offer free consultations and case evaluations to all potential clients. Most accident cases are handled on a contingency fee basis so there is absolutely no financial obligation to you until we receive a recovery on your behalf. To schedule your appointment, please contact us via the link on our website or give us a call at (833) 623-0042.
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Disclaimer: Our team of personal injury lawyers at Burton Law Firm has taken pride in being active members of our local business community for more than 8 years. We are always striving to improve the quality of life for our community members and improve the overall safety and well being of all North Carolinians. We hope that by providing this information about the dangers of driving that we will bring added awareness and drivers will use increased caution when operating a motor vehicle. Our thoughts are with everyone who may have been affected by this incident. This post is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post should be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos in this post are not a depiction of the actual accident scene.