Fairfield Man Struck and Killed by Truck at Gas Station in Fairfield ID’d as Martin Clifton
Martin Clifton Killed in Fairfield Pedestrian Crash on Travis Boulevard
Fairfield, California (June 14, 2021) – A Solano County Coroner’s Official has identified the Fairfield male victim who died after being struck by a vehicle early Friday morning in Fairfield as 59-year-old Martin Clifton.
The fatal pedestrian collision happened at a gas station on Travis Boulevard shortly before 5:20 a.m.
The accident happened when a big rig was pumping gas in the 3000 block of Travis Boulevard in the morning hours. Clifton reportedly wedged himself between the truck and attached trailer for unknown reasons.
After the truck driver finished his work, he drove away, crashing into Martin.
Fairfield Accident Kills Martin Clifton
Sadly, Clifton died in the accident.
Meanwhile, the involved driver told authorities that he had no idea he had hit someone.
More details about this accident will be released after the CHP completes the 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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