Raleigh, NC (December 24, 2020) – Officials in Raleigh responded to the scene of a pedestrian crash on Thursday, December 24th. The incident took place around 8:00 a.m. on Capital Boulevard near the I-440 beltine.
Both the northbound and southbound lanes of the roadway were closed near Crabtree Boulevard as officials worked at the scene. There were injuries reported but the extent of the injuries are not known at this time. There have been no details released regarding the crash or how it occurred and the injured pedestrian has not been identified. Motorists in the area were urged to find alternate routes of travel and to avoid the area if possible.
An investigation remains ongoing. There is no further information available at this time.
Our thoughts and best wishes for a complete and speedy recovery go out to the injured pedestrian following this crash in Raleigh.
Pedestrian Accidents in Raleigh 
A pedestrian accident can result in injuries that have a substantial impact on your life and the lives of your loved ones. Raleigh is the second-largest city in North Carolina and there are many pedestrians throughout the city every day. The downtown area experiences a heavy volume of pedestrians but other areas do as well. Even on neighborhood streets, pedestrians are in abundance and motorists must always ensure that they are paying attention to their surroundings. According to statistics, there were 193 reported pedestrian accidents in Raleigh in 2019. Among these crashes, 210 injuries and 5 fatalities were reported.
The rate of injuries in pedestrian crashes is very high. Victims of pedestrian accidents normally include the pedestrian but can also include the driver or passengers of the vehicle involved. Most pedestrian crashes in North Carolina will result in serious injuries and even fatalities in the worst-case scenario. Pedestrians are extremely vulnerable and there is nothing to shield them from the force and impact of a collision with a motor vehicle. To make matters worse, many pedestrian crashes take place at higher speeds as the driver may be distracted and does not see the pedestrian until it is too late to avoid a collision. Sadly, these types of crashes often result in bad outcomes.
Although a pedestrian accident is an extremely serious event, there may be reasons for optimism following the crash. Under North Carolina law, an injured pedestrian or their family may be able to seek recovery from the third party that caused the crash. If a driver was at fault for the injuries, the pedestrian can file a personal injury claim to recover for their medical bills and other expenses associated with the accident, including pain and suffering and lost wages. Here at Burton Law Firm, our Raleigh pedestrian accident attorneys can help you when you have suffered injuries in a pedestrian crash. We bring years of experience handling all types of accident claims and we are prepared to fight for you when your back is against the wall.
We are standing by and ready to take your call at any time. To schedule your free consultation and case evaluation, please contact us using 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.