Craig Singelton Struck and Killed by Vehicle near Tracy Liquor Store along Parker Avenue in Tracy
Craig Singelton Killed in Tracy Pedestrian Accident on Parker Avenue
Tracy, California (March 1, 2021) – The Tracy man who died following a pedestrian accident Monday afternoon in Tracy has been identified by family members as 49-year-old Craig Singelton.
The February 22 deadly crash took place near a Tracy liquor store along Parker Avenue at approximately 3:41 p.m.
Singelton was hit by a vehicle that was entering the lane from Parker Avenue in the afternoon hours.
Craig was on the south side of the alley, near a concrete curb that runs along the alley behind Sunset Liquors and two other businesses, at the time of the collision.
Craig Singelton Fatal Tracy Pedestrian Collision
Singelton died at the hospital while undergoing treatment for severe injuries.
Officials said the involved motorist had left the crash site but was later contacted and cooperated with the investigation.
An investigation into the accident is underway. Anyone with information regarding this wreck is urged to call authorities at 831-6676.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
The number of pedestrians being seriously injured or killed in California is increasing every year due to the growing numbers of people walking in the streets and the ever-increasing number of motor vehicles on the roads.
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.
At some point in the day, everyone is a pedestrian. Most pedestrian accidents can be avoided if pedestrians and drivers followed the recommended safety measures.
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.
Safety Tips for Drivers
- Look out for pedestrians, particularly in hard-to-see conditions, for example, at night and in bad weather.
- Yield and be ready to stop whenever a pedestrian has the right-of-way.
- Be cautious when parking or backing up – pedestrians can move across your path.
- Observe all traffic rules.
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