Coroner Identifies Salem Shihady as Victim Struck and Killed by Hit-and-Run Motorist at Date Avenue and Avenue J in Lancaster
Salem Shihady Killed in Lancaster Pedestrian Accident at Date Avenue and Avenue J
Lancaster, California (July 26, 2021) – 58-year-old Salem Shihady has been identified by the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station as the victim who died following a pedestrian accident at an intersection in Lancaster last Saturday night.
The fatal hit-and-run crash was reported at approximately 9:35 p.m. in the area of Date Avenue and Avenue J.
Shihady was reportedly hit by a vehicle whose driver fled the scene after the July 17 accident.
Salem Shihady Fatal Lancaster Crash
Sadly, Salem was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Meanwhile, investigators located the vehicle involved in the incident after receiving a call directing them where to find it.
An investigation into the deadly accident is underway.
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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