Cleveland, OH (October 2, 2023) – The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that 30-year-old Elyse Bodee of Cleveland, Ohio, lost her life as a result of an early morning pedestrian accident in the downtown area.
At around 2:26 a.m. on October 1, the Cleveland Police Department responded to the scene of a crash on West 9 Street in the city’s Warehouse District.
According to official reports, Bodee was walking home from a restaurant with her fiancé during the early morning hours. While walking in the 1300 block of West 9 Street near West St. Clair Avenue, she was struck by a vehicle.
The woman was severely injured as a result of the accident. She was pronounced deceased as a result of her injuries.
At this time, the accident is being investigated.
We offer our sympathies to the family of Elyse Bodee at this time.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Ohio
Statistics show that more than 7,400 people lost their lives as a result of pedestrian accidents in the United States in 2022. This is a 12 percent increase since 2020 and a 55 percent increase over the past ten years. Unfortunately, we see many of these accidents occur right here in Ohio.
The sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one due to a fatal pedestrian accident can be incredibly difficult to deal with. We often see families forced to endure overwhelming mental and emotional consequences. It is nearly impossible to prepare for the impact that the sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one will have on your life.
In many cases, families are also forced to deal with overwhelming financial burdens. Having to come up with the money to cover medical costs and funeral arrangements can make an already stressful situation even worse.
In Ohio, families have the ability to file wrongful death claims against those who are responsible following fatal collisions. This type of legal action can provide your family with the money you need for burial and funeral expenses, lost earning capacity, and various other losses and damages you face. Seeking guidance from a Cleveland wrongful death lawyer can help to ensure your family is in the best position to protect your rights and get justice. Your attorney will help guide you through the legal system and fight for compensation on your behalf.
Joseph Law Group’s commitment to providing five-star legal representation has earned the trust of thousands of injured victims and bereaved families across Ohio. As experienced personal injury attorneys, they understand that their clients are more than just case numbers and strive to improve their lives by fighting for the compensation they deserve. With a dedicated team equipped with knowledge, resources, and tools, our law firm is ready to represent the voiceless and provide aggressive action in pursuing justice for clients. If you have lost a loved one in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, contact Joseph Law Group for a free consultation at 216-522-1600. Our team is available to meet with you at your earliest convenience to get started.
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Disclaimer: Our team of attorneys at Joseph Law Group has been helping injured victims and their families throughout the state of Ohio for decades. We hope that these posts will be a reminder to our community members to use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle to avoid and prevent being involved in a serious accident that results in injury. This is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post is intended to be medical or legal advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the accident scene.
