According to the Office of Traffic Safety, “The number of pedestrians killed on California roadways continues to rise at an alarming rate. In 2016, 867 pedestrians died, a nearly 33 percent increase from 2012. More than 14,000 pedestrians were injured.”
Last year in 2018, our City saw 18 pedestrians killed on Sacramento roadways. This year so far, we are already at four.
On March 19th, 2019, at 5:14 a.m., officers responded to the area of Mack Road and Stockton Boulevard regarding a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian had severe injuries and was transported to a local area hospital. It was later determined the pedestrian crossed Stockton Boulevard outside of the crosswalk and was struck by a passing vehicle. The pedestrian succumbed to her injuries.
On February 28th, 2019, at 9:54 p.m., officers responded to the area of El Camino Avenue and Erickson Street regarding a pedestrian laying in the roadway with severe injuries. It was later determined the pedestrian was crossing El Camino Avenue outside of a crosswalk when she was struck by a passing vehicle. The vehicle fled the scene and later returned. The pedestrian succumbed to her injuries.
On January 18th, 2019, at 6:11 a.m., officers responded to the 4600 block of Folsom Boulevard regarding a body found on the side of the road. It was later determined a pedestrian was walking along the eastbound lanes of Folsom Boulevard (in either the bicycle lane or roadway) when she was struck from behind by a vehicle travelling eastbound. The vehicle fled the scene. The pedestrian succumbed to her injuries.
Here are a few safety reminders for pedestrians and drivers:
PEDESTRIANS
· Only cross in designated crosswalks or at intersections
· Make eye contact with drivers and get a commitment before crossing
· Stay alert; avoid using electronics and other devices
· Wear bright or reflective clothing
· Do not walk in the roadway
DRIVERS
· Stay alert; avoid being distracted by using electronic devices
· Obey posted speed laws
· Look ahead and down the road
· Make complete stops prior to crosswalks and limit lines
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