Bloomington, CA: Pedestrian Run Over by Semi, Killed on Valley Boulevard
1 Killed in Bloomington Crash on Valley Boulevard near Locust Avenue
Bloomington, California (April 13, 2021) – One person died after being run over by a semi-truck Tuesday night in Bloomington, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The incident occurred at about 8:16 p.m. on westbound Valley Boulevard, just east of Locust Avenue.
Reportedly, a person was, for unknown reasons, sleeping under a red semi-truck when the driver got back in the truck and did not realize the party was under the truck.
The driver ran over the party, killing them.
The coroner was called to the scene following the accident.
CHP is 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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