Fontana, CA: Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Vehicle on Sierra Avenue and Lytle Creek Road
1 Killed in Fontana Pedestrian Crash on Sierra Avenue and Lytle Creek Road
Fontana, California (July 28, 2021) – A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle Tuesday night near an intersection in Fontana.
The California Highway Patrol said the incident transpired at about 9:20 p.m. on Sierra Avenue and Lytle Creek Road.
According to the report, a car of an unknown make and model hit a pedestrian for unknown reasons.
The victim died of injuries sustained in the accident. The coroner responded to the scene following the fatal crash. The identity of the pedestrian was not disclosed.
No other details were available.
Authorities are investigating the incident.
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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