Drunk Driver Kills Pedestrian on Long Island

• August 14, 2022
• Barnes Admin

Drunk Driver Kills Pedestrian on Long Island

Long Island, NY – A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on Sunday, August 14, 2022, around 1:30 a.m. on Johnson Avenue.  

According to police, the driver, Wade Gagliano struck and killed a woman walking on the street. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Gagliano was arrested and is facing charges for leaving the scene of a deadly accident and DWI. 

Pedestrian Accidents 

Drunk drivers cause more than 17,000 deaths each year. In this devastating accident, the family of the victim should have their investigative team evaluate all aspects surrounding this collision. This includes reviewing:    

• How much the driver drank 
• Where the driver was drinking 
• Police accident report  
• Phone and texting records of the driver  
• All eyewitness accounts of the accident  
• Any video evidence of the crash 

Pedestrian Accident Attorneys  

As one of America’s largest injury law firms, The Barnes Firm, has helped many clients injured in pedestrian accidents and have found some common causes include:   

• Distracted Driving   
• Failure to yield right of way   
• Speeding  
• Aggressive driving   
• Inexperienced driving   
• Fatigue   
• Alcohol or drug involvement   
• Backing up unsafely  

If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident, contact an experienced pedestrian accident attorney at The Barnes Firm today. Our trusted team of attorneys is committed to getting our clients the best result possible. From the first phone conversation through to the final settlement, the team of attorneys at The Barnes Firm will work hard for you every step of the way.   

Call (800) 800-0000 today for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.