Trinity County, Pedestrian Struck and Injured by Hit-and-Run Driver at Lee Fong Park, Jason Ryan Arrested
Trinity County Accident at Lee Fong Park Injures Pedestrian
Trinity County, California (July 21, 2021) – A pedestrian was struck and injured by an alleged hit-and-run driver, 33-year-old Jason Ryan, in Trinity County.
The pedestrian accident happened in the area of Lee Fong Park on July 16.
An individual was reportedly struck by a vehicle driven by Jason Ryan for reasons still under investigation.
Trinity County Pedestrian Accident
The pedestrian, whose name was not revealed, sustained unspecified injuries following the collision.
Ryan fled the crash site without rendering aid to the victim.
Meanwhile, Jason was later found from a nearby residence and arrested for assault with a deadly weapon and felony hit-and-run.
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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