Valencia, CA: Pedestrian Struck and Hurt by Vehicle on Avenue Stanford
Male Party Hospitalized after Valencia Accident on Avenue Stanford
Valencia, California (July 27, 2021) – A man was hospitalized after being involved in a pedestrian accident Monday morning in Valencia.
Officials responded to the crash site at about 10:20 a.m. on Avenue Stanford.
A pedestrian was reportedly hit by a vehicle while walking in the 25000 block of Avenue Stanford under unclear circumstances.
Avenue Stanford Collision
The male party was rushed to an area hospital for treatment of unknown injuries.
It was not mentioned whether the involved motorist remained at the scene and cooperated with the law enforcers.
The cause of the accident 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.
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