El Dorado County, CA: Pedestrian Struck and Injured by Hit-and-Run Driver on Coloma Road
El Dorado County Accident on Coloma Road Sends Pedestrian to Hospital
El Dorado County, California (May 31, 2021) – An alleged hit-and-run collision that happened in El Dorado County Sunday night injured a pedestrian, according to a report by the California Highway Patrol.
The pedestrian collision occurred on Coloma Road (Highway 49) at approximately 8:45 p.m.
An individual was reportedly hit by a white-colored pickup truck at the night hours under unclear circumstances.
El Dorado County Pedestrian Accident
The involved motorist left the pedestrian with unspecified injuries and fled the crash site.
The unidentified victim was rushed to an area hospital by paramedics for medication.
Authorities are still gathering more evidence to locate the hit-and-run suspect.
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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