El Sobrante, CA: CHP Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash on San Pablo Dam Road
1 Killed in El Sobrante Crash on San Pablo Dam Road Thursday Morning
El Sobrante, California (April 1, 2021) – The California Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly pedestrian accident that happened Thursday morning in El Sobrante.
CHP said the accident happened at about 7:24 a.m. in the 4800 block of San Pablo Dam Road.
The pedestrian was struck by a blue Honda sedan under unclear circumstances.
Contra Costa County firefighters responded to the scene to find the victim lying in the slow lane.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
There were no other details about the crash, but an investigation is ongoing.
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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