Fontana, CA: At Least 1 Hurt in Hit-and-Run Collision on Interstate 10 at Cherry Avenue
Fontana Crash on Interstate 10 at Cherry Avenue Injures At Least 1
Fontana, California (May 11, 2021) – The California Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of a suspected hit-and-run accident that occurred in Fontana on May 10.
At least two automobiles, including a black Honda CRV, crashed on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 Freeway at Cherry Avenue just around 10:20 p.m.
Although the CHP did not establish how the collision occurred in the afternoon hours, one of the involved motorists escaped the scene after the accident.
Officials affirmed at least one person was transported to a local hospital for treatment of unspecified injuries suffered in the accident.
An investigation into the crash 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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