Pedestrian Hit, Killed by Vehicle in Seal Beach Post Office Parking Lot
Woman Dies in Seal Beach Pedestrian Accident at Post Office Parking Lot on Westminster Avenue
Seal Beach, California (April 15, 2021) – A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday morning in Seal Beach, according to a local news source.
The deadly accident occurred just before 11:11 a.m. Wednesday, April 14, in the parking lot of the Seal Beach post office, which is located in the 2929 block of Westminster Avenue.
Authorities said a woman was walking near the building when a vehicle traveling through the parking lot struck her.
The woman was declared dead at the scene by emergency responders. Her name has not been disclosed pending notification of next of kin.
The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to call the Seal Beach police at 562-799-4100 ext. 1623 or by email at cmontgomery@sealbeachca.gov.
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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