Colton, CA: Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Vehicle at Hunts Lane and Steel Road
Colton Accident at Hunts Lane and Steel Road Kills Male Party
Colton, California (March 13, 2021) – One person died following a pedestrian accident in Colton Wednesday morning, a local news source reported.
Officials responded to the fatal crash site at approximately 7:33 a.m. at Hunts Lane and Steel Road.
A male party was reportedly struck by possibly a semi-truck at the intersection near the San Bernardino city line under unclear circumstances.
1 Killed in Colton Collision
The pedestrian, whose name was not immediately revealed, was declared dead at the scene.
Limited details about the March 10 crash were disclosed at the time of the report.
The accident remains under investigation. Anyone with information about this mishap is urged to contact the Colton police at 909-370-5000.
Notable Pedestrian Accident Statistics According to the California Office of Traffic Safety:
- 893 pedestrians were killed, and more than 14,000 were injured on California roadways in 2018.
- California’s pedestrian fatality is almost 25% higher than the national average.
- California is among the leading states in pedestrian deaths.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
- Make yourself visible to other road users by wearing bright colored clothes, reflector jackets, or using a flashlight when walking at night.
- Avoid distractions such as using your phone while on the streets.
- Cross streets on marked crosswalks and obey traffic lights.
- Always pay attention to your surroundings.
- Be predictable by observing all traffic rules and obeying signs and signals.
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