Long Beach, CA (March 22, 2024) – In a heart-wrenching incident on Friday evening, a 4-year-old girl named Zaylah Pulliam was fatally struck by a pickup truck in Long Beach, marking a tragic loss for the community. The Long Beach Police Department responded to the scene at around 7 p.m. near the intersection of 55th Way and Paramount Boulevard, where they found Zaylah lying in the roadway.
Incident Details: According to police reports, the accident occurred as Zaylah was crossing 55th Way, just outside a crosswalk, and was hit by an eastbound 2020 Ford F-150. Despite the immediate life-saving attempts by officers who transported Zaylah to a local hospital, she succumbed to her injuries. The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner’s office later identified the victim.
Driver Cooperation and Investigation: The driver of the Ford F-150, a 25-year-old man from Downey, remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Preliminary findings by the Long Beach Police Department suggest that speed, distracted driving, or impaired driving were not factors in the crash. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have appealed to the public for any information regarding the incident.
Legal Implications: While initial reports indicate that the driver’s behavior may not have been a contributing factor, the circumstances surrounding Zaylah’s death could lead her family to pursue a wrongful death claim. Such claims consider the negligence that led to the accident and seek compensation for the family’s loss. However, the specific details of the incident and the results of the ongoing investigation are still needed to determine what led to the collision.
A Call for Information: The Long Beach Police Department encourages anyone with information about the crash to contact them at 562-570-7355. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or online at lacrimestoppers.org.
I offer my sincerest condolences to the family of Zaylah Pulliam. This is a devastating loss and I hope that the family receives the support they need during this difficult time.
Source: FOX11