Vermont Vista, CA: Pedestrian Struck, Killed by Vehicle on South Figueroa Street
Woman Killed in Vermont Vista Hit-And-Run Accident on South Figueroa Street
Vermont Vista, California (July 2, 2021) – A pedestrian died after being hit by a vehicle Thursday night in the Vermont Vista neighborhood of Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
The deadly pedestrian collision occurred at around 9:19 p.m. Thursday, July 1, in the 11220 block of South Figueroa Street.
Authorities said a vehicle struck the woman for an unknown reason on South Figueroa Street.
Pedestrian Killed in South Los Angeles Hit-And-Run Crash
The woman was declared deceased at the scene. Her name has not been released pending notification of next of kin.
The driver involved did not stop to render aid to the victim and fled the scene. The suspect’s vehicle was described as a dark-colored SUV.
Authorities are still looking for the hit-and-run driver.
The crash prompted the officers to temporarily shut down Figueroa Street while they conduct an investigation.
No other details were immediately available.
The crash remains under 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.
Safety Tips for Drivers
- Look out for pedestrians, particularly in hard-to-see conditions, for example, at night and in bad weather.
- Yield and be ready to stop whenever a pedestrian has the right-of-way.
- Be cautious when parking or backing up – pedestrians can move across your path.
- Observe all traffic rules.
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