Carmichael, CA: Pedestrian Hit and Injured by Vehicle at Fair Oaks Boulevard and Marconi Avenue
Carmichael Accident at Fair Oaks Boulevard and Marconi Avenue Results in Minor Injuries
Carmichael, California (April 26, 2021) – According to a report by the California Highway Patrol, a pedestrian sustained minor injuries after being hit by a vehicle Saturday afternoon in Carmichael.
The pedestrian crash took place near Fair Oaks Boulevard and Marconi Avenue at approximately 3:15 p.m. on April 24.
An unidentified individual was reportedly struck by a vehicle on the sidewalk near the Carmichael intersection under unclear circumstances.
Carmichael Pedestrian Accident Saturday Afternoon
The pedestrian was hospitalized at the Mercy San Juan Medical Center with minor injuries sustained in the crash.
Details regarding the involved motorist were not revealed at the time of the report.
Meanwhile, 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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