Fremont, CA: Pedestrian Pushing Cart Hit, Injured by Vehicle at Peralta Boulevard and Dusterberry Way
Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Fremont Hit-and-Run Accident at Peralta Boulevard and Dusterberry Way
Fremont, California (July 1, 2021) – A male pedestrian was struck and seriously injured by a hit-and-run driver as he pushed a cart Wednesday night in Fremont, according to authorities.
The major injury pedestrian collision occurred at around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, near the intersection of Peralta Boulevard and Dusterberry Way.
Police said the pedestrian was pushing a cart full of recyclables and personal items when he was hit by a vehicle.
Major Injury Hit-and-Run Accident in Fremont
The pedestrian sustained major injuries in the crash.
The driver involved fled the scene before authorities arrived. There was no description of the suspect’s vehicle or driver.
Police are still searching for the hit-and-run driver.
The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information or who witnessed the crash is urged to call Officer Vincent Montojo at 510-790-6774 or Officer Jacob Shannon at 510-790-6765.
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.
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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