Bakersfield, CA: Pedestrian Hit and Injured by Vehicle on White Lane Near Stine Road
Pedestrian Hospitalized After Bakersfield Accident on White Lane Near Stine Road
Bakersfield, California (April 7, 2021) – A pedestrian accident that took place in Bakersfield Tuesday evening sent one person to the hospital.
The traffic collision was reported at about 8 p.m., April 6, on White Lane just east of Stine Road.
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on the highway under unclear circumstances.
Bakersfield Pedestrian Accident
As per the report, the victim sustained moderate injuries following the wreck. The unidentified patient was attended to by paramedics and then taken to a local hospital for further medication.
Meanwhile, the involved motorist stopped after the collision and cooperated with law enforcers.
The accident remains under active 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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