Bellflower, CA: Pedestrian Hit and Killed by Vehicle on 91 Freeway near Clark Avenue
Bellflower Accident on 91 Freeway near Clark Avenue Kills One Person
Bellflower, California (April 5, 2021) – One person died after being struck by a vehicle in Bellflower Sunday night, a local news source reported.
The fatal pedestrian accident happened on the Clark Avenue off-ramp from the westbound Artesia Freeway at around 8 p.m.
The California Highway Patrol said an individual was hit by a vehicle on the interstate for unknown reasons.
Fatal Bellflower Pedestrian Accident
Sadly, the victim died at the hospital while undergoing treatment.
The wreck resulted in the closure of Clark Avenue off-ramp up to about 11:50 p.m.
The detectives handling the case are gathering more evidence to determine the cause of the accident.
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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