INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[09-23-2025] Los Angeles County, CA – 36-Year-Old Woman Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle Near Cherry Avenue and Curry Street in Long Beach

A 36-year-old woman, Shalanda Y., was killed after being struck by a vehicle near Cherry Avenue and Curry Street in Long Beach on Tuesday morning, September 23, 2025.

According to the Long Beach Police Department, officers responded around 4:00 a.m. and found the woman lying in the roadway with critical injuries. Fire Department paramedics arrived and provided medical aid, but she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police reported that a 2015 Honda Civic, traveling southbound on Cherry Avenue, struck the woman after the driver attempted to avoid another person in the roadway. The driver, a 30-year-old man from Norwalk, remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.

Authorities continue to investigate the fatal collision.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

Check yourself for any injuries.
Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.