Fresno, CA: Pedestrian Hit and Injured by Vehicle at Clinton Avenue and Brawley Avenue
Pedestrian Hospitalized after Fresno Accident at Clinton Avenue and Brawley Avenue
Fresno, California (June 18, 2021) – A pedestrian accident that took place at an intersection in Fresno Wednesday night seriously injured one person.
The major injury crash happened near the intersection of Clinton and Brawley avenues at about 9:00 p.m.
As per the report, an individual was hit by a vehicle while walking in the middle of the highway at the night hours.
Major Injury Fresno Accident
The pedestrian sustained a major broken leg injury following the accident. The unidentified victim was attended to by paramedics before being rushed to the Community Regional Medical Center for further aid.
The driver of the involved vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated with the law enforcers.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
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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