Apple Valley, CA: Pedestrian Hit, Killed by Vehicle on Highway 18 near Corwin Road
62-Year-Old Man Killed in Apple Valley Crash on Highway 18 near Corwin Road
Apple Valley, California (July 26, 2021) – A man was hit and killed by a car Saturday night on Highway 18 in Apple Valley, a local news source reported.
The accident happened at around 10:44 p.m. on Highway 18, west of Corwin Road.
Reportedly, the 62-year-old pedestrian was walking across the highway when a 30-year-old female driver of a 2006 Kia Forte attempted to swerve but hit the man in the westbound lanes of the highway.
Following the accident, the motorist stopped and called authorities.
First responders pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. His name was not mentioned pending family notification.
The female driver sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene.
The crash is being investigated by the Apple Valley Station Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT).
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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