Hayfork, CA: Pedestrian Hit and Killed by Vehicle on Highway 3 Near Wildwood Road
Hayfork Accident on Highway 3 Near Wildwood Road Kills Male Party
Hayfork, California (July 7, 2021) – A Hayfork accident involving a pedestrian Monday night left a male party dead, the California Highway Patrol said.
The deadly crash was reported shortly before 9:30 p.m., on July 5, on Highway 3 near Wildwood Road.
A 2002 Dodge truck heading southbound on the highway reportedly hit a pedestrian who was walking southbound on the highway under unclear circumstances.
Deadly Hayfork Pedestrian Accident
The unidentified pedestrian was declared dead at the scene.
Meanwhile, the involved motorist remained at the crash site and cooperated with the authorities.
Limited details about the collision were released at the report time.
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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