Lexington, NC (October 31, 2020) – A pedestrian was killed in an incident that took place in Lexington on Friday, October 30th. The incident happened around 6:20 p.m. on Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard near North Pugh Street.
The Lexington Police Department was called to the scene shortly after the accident took place. When police arrived, they located the victim, Manuel Servin-Alva, of Lexington lying in the roadway. Officers say that Servin-Alva had stepped into the road when he was hit by a 2005 Acura that was traveling westbound on Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. Servin-Alva sustained life-threatening injuries and was given medical aid at the scene. However, he later succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the Acura was not immediately identified.
The Lexington Police Department, along with the Davidson County Rescue Squad and Davidson County EMS all responded to the crash.
The incident is still under investigation at this time. There is no further information available and it is not known whether charges are expected.
Our condolences go out to the family of Miguel Servin-Alva following this tragic crash in Lexington.
North Carolina Pedestrian Accidents 
According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there were 225 pedestrian crash fatalities in our state in 2018. This number was a higher amount than the year before when 200 fatalities were reported in pedestrian accidents. A pedestrian accident in North Carolina can leave victims with life-changing injuries and, in the worst-case scenario, can lead to the loss of a loved one. The cause of each pedestrian accident must be carefully investigated by authorities who will determine whether negligent driving led to the crash.
Many North Carolina pedestrian accidents are caused by drivers who are not paying attention to the roadway. Pedestrians are extremely vulnerable individuals and they have no protection from the impact of a serious collision. Unfortunately, many pedestrian crashes cannot be avoided by the pedestrian, who has little time to react in order to avoid being struck by an oncoming vehicle.
If you have been injured in a pedestrian crash in North Carolina, it is important to protect your legal rights as soon as possible after the accident. Under our state’s law, injured accident victims can recover compensation, including payment of their medical expenses and lost wages. If your loved one was tragically killed in the crash, North Carolina’s wrongful death laws provide a basis for recovery. All of these claims are complicated, however, and should only be handled by a skilled and experienced North Carolina personal injury attorney. At Burton Law Firm, we put your needs first and we will fight hard for you when your future is on the line.
Our firm is here for you at any time. We provide free consultations and case evaluations for all prospective clients. We also work on a contingency fee basis for most accident claims so you will not have to pay any attorney fees until we obtain a recovery for you. To schedule your free consultation with a member of our team, please reach out to us via the link on our website or give us a call at (833) 623-0042.
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