Rancho Mission Viejo, CA: Pedestrian Struck and Injured by Hit-and-Run Driver at Ortega Highway and Antonio Parkway
Rancho Mission Viejo Accident at Ortega Highway and Antonio Parkway Injures 1
Rancho Mission Viejo, California (June 20, 2021) – A pedestrian was hurt after being struck by an alleged hit-and-run driver in Rancho Mission Viejo Saturday morning.
The pedestrian accident was reported at approximately 6:18 a.m. in the area of Ortega Highway and Antonio Parkway.
An individual was reportedly struck by a vehicle at the intersection under unclear circumstances.
Rancho Mission Viejo Hit-and-Run Crash
As per the California Highway Patrol report, the unidentified party sustained unknown injuries following the collision.
The involved motorist escaped the crash site before the police arrived.
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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