Long Beach, CA: Woman Struck and Killed by Vehicle on Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach Collision on Atlantic Avenue Kills Female Pedestrian
Long Beach, California (March 20, 2021) – A Long Beach pedestrian accident that took place Friday afternoon resulted in the death of an 80-year-old woman, according to a report by the Long Beach Police Department.
The fatal crash took place in the 1300 block of Atlantic Avenue near Anaheim Street at about 3:13 p.m. March 19
As per the report, a 2007 Dodge Nitro driven by a 45-year-old man was attempting to exit a parking lot of a stall when it hit a female pedestrian in the afternoon hours.
Meanwhile, the involved motorist stopped following the mishap and cooperated with the investigation.
1 Killed in Long Beach Pedestrian Accident
The unidentified victim died at the hospital while undergoing treatment.
Intoxication was not believed to have played a role in the collision.
An investigation into the accident is underway. Anyone with additional information regarding the crash is urged to call 562-570-7355.
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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