Fresno, CA: Pedestrian Hit, Killed by Train at N. Jeanne and W. Bullard Avenues
Person Killed in Fresno Pedestrian Accident at N. Jeanne and W. Bullard Avenues
Fresno, California (April 7, 2021) – A pedestrian was hit and killed by a train Tuesday afternoon at an intersection near Brawley in Northwest Fresno, according to police.
The deadly accident occurred just before 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 6 at the intersection of N. Jeanne and W. Bullard avenues.
Police said the pedestrian was on the tracks and was struck by a BNSF train.
Pedestrian Killed in Train Accident in Fresno
The pedestrian died in the accident. The name of the victim was being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The freight train stopped on the tracks as the authorities conduct an investigation.
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.
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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