Delhi, CA: Pedestrian Hurt after Being Struck by Hit-and-Run Motorist at Schendel Avenue and Stephens Street
Delhi Accident at Schendel Avenue and Stephens Street Seriously Injures One Person
Delhi, California (April 26, 2021) – An alleged hit-and-run pedestrian collision that happened at an intersection in Delhi Sunday afternoon seriously injured one person.
The California Highway Patrol responded to the crash site at about 12:50 p.m. in the area of Schendel Avenue and Stephens Street near Highway 99.
As per the report, a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle whose driver fled the scene after the accident.
Major Injury Delhi Collison
Paramedics responded to the scene and attended to the pedestrian before transporting them to the Emanuel Medical Center for treatment of major injuries, including a broken leg.
Officials shut down the intersection as they investigated and cleared the scene.
The investigators handling the case are gathering more evince to locate the hit-and-run suspect.
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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