Arthur Starks Jr. ID'd as Man Struck, Killed by Several Vehicles on Long Beach (710) Freeway at Anaheim Street in Long Beach
Long Beach, California (September 22, 2021) – The man who died after being struck by multiple vehicles Monday morning in Long Beach has been identified as Arthur Starks Jr., 46.
The deadly crash happened at about 5:30 a.m. Monday, September 20, on Long Beach (710) Freeway at Anaheim Street, the California Highway Patrol reported.
Authorities said Starks, who was homeless, was standing in the southbound lanes of the freeway under the Ninth Street Bridge when at least one vehicle struck him.
Starks was then hit by several other vehicles as he laid on the freeway.
Homeless Man Killed in Long Beach Pedestrian Crash
Starks was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.
After the collision, the involved drivers did not stop at the scene, but some motorists later contacted the authorities to give statements.
The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information or who witnessed the accident is asked to contact the Long Beach Police Department at 562-570-7355.
Those who wish to report anonymously can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or submitted online at lacrimestoppers.org.
Notable Pedestrian Accident Statistics According to the California Office of Traffic Safety:
- 893 pedestrians were killed, and more than 14,000 were injured on California roadways in 2018.
- California's pedestrian fatality is almost 25% higher than the national average.
- California is among the leading states in pedestrian deaths.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
- Make yourself visible to other road users by wearing bright colored clothes, reflector jackets, or using a flashlight when walking at night.
- Avoid distractions such as using your phone while on the streets.
- Cross streets on marked crosswalks and obey traffic lights.
- Always pay attention to your surroundings.
- Be predictable by observing all traffic rules and obeying signs and signals.
Safety Tips for Drivers
- Look out for pedestrians, particularly in hard-to-see conditions, for example, at night and in bad weather.
- Yield and be ready to stop whenever a pedestrian has the right-of-way.
- Be cautious when parking or backing up – pedestrians can move across your path.
- Observe all traffic rules.