Josef Fuller, 12, killed in pedestrian collision on Southwest Ninth Street in Des Moines, Iowa
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Des Moines police say Josef Fuller died Friday night at a hospital. Investigators say he had been crossing Southwest Ninth Street before 7 a.m. Thursday when he was hit by a car.
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“When it's shocking or when it's very unexpected I think that creates different kinds of dynamics for young people and when there's maybe some unanswered questions that makes it more difficult,” said Social Services Coordinator Laura Fefchak.
Child dies after pedestrian accident in Iowa
When drivers are cautious and aware of their surroundings, they help prevent accidents. When they aren't, it's far too easy for a pedestrian to get hit, even at an intersection.
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After a serious or fatal pedestrian accident, take these steps to help the recovery process
When someone is seriously injured in a pedestrian accident, the first days and weeks are spent getting medical treatment and dealing with the new reality of injuries, pain, lost work, and disruption to normal life. When someone dies in a collision with a vehicle, family members are forced to deal with grief, anger, and loss as they struggle to move forward.
After a serious or fatal pedestrian collision, an injured person, or the family left behind, incur damages including the cost of current and future medical expenses, lost work and wages, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. Go here to learn how to protect the rights of pedestrian accident victims and their families.
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