Porterville, CA: Pedestrian Struck and Hurt by Hit-and-Run Motorist at Olive Avenue and 2nd Street
Porterville Collision at Olive Avenue and 2nd Street Injures Pedestrian
Porterville, California (May 12, 2021) – The California Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of a suspected hit-and-run collision that left one person hurt Tuesday afternoon in Porterville.
The CHP said the crash happened in the area of Olive Avenue and 2nd Street at around 2:08 p.m.
An individual, whose name was not revealed, was hit by a vehicle near the intersection under unclear circumstances.
Porterville Pedestrian Crash Tuesday Afternoon
The involved motorist left the unidentified pedestrian injured on the highway, and fled the scene.
As per the report, the crash resulted in the intersection closure as investigation and clean-up took place.
The accident remains under active investigation.
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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