The teen was struck along Niles and Chestnut avenues, authorities say
SAN BRUNO, CA, (January 30, 2025) - A 13-year-old boy from Peninsula was severely hurt after colliding with a garbage truck in San Bruno Thursday afternoon, police said. The injuries to the juvenile, according to the family, are major and will likely require weeks of treatment.
Kayo Amed, a 13-year-old Peninsula teenager, is fighting for his life after being badly hurt in a crash with a garbage truck along Niles Avenue in San Bruno Thursday afternoon, authorities said.
The tragic incident happened around 3:30 p.m. in the area of Niles and Chestnut avenues, police said.
Based on preliminary findings, Kayo Amed was riding his scooter, and as he steered down the hill on the right side of the street, he collided with a Recology refuse collection truck that was backing up. The impact left the teenager trapped underneath the truck. First responders removed Kayo and transported him to the hospital for treatment.
The 13-year-old, according to police, is a student at nearby Parkside Intermediate School. Kayo was on his way home when he got hit.
This is an ongoing investigation.
CRASH INVESTIGATION NEEDED
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2021, there were an estimated 60,577 pedestrians injured in traffic crashes, an 11-percent increase from 54,771 pedestrians injured in 2020.
“Having the proper resources is extremely important to investigate a pedestrian accident case and prove negligence,” said Candice Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal and an experienced pedestrian accident attorney.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors considered and examined,” added Bond. These procedures are necessary for helping those who have lost a loved one receive the justice that they deserve.”
“Commercial accidents are often complex, and many factors can play a role in these types of accidents.”
PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM
Kayo Amed may have the right to pursue a personal injury suit pending an investigation.
Bond, who is also a national legal analyst for Newsline, said, “Injured victims involved in a collision often seek a personal injury claim to cover the cost of medical bills, future medical care, loss of income, emotional trauma, and pain and suffering.”
“Insurance companies can be notoriously unconcerned with mounting expenses that an injured party may accrue. An attorney can help. We protect the victims of these tragedies daily, forcing the insurance companies to pay for their mistakes,” she added.
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