James Pendergast Hit and Killed by Vehicle on Highway 12 in Sonoma
James Pendergast Killed in Sonoma Pedestrian Accident on Highway 12
Sonoma, California (March 26, 2021) – The male victim who died after being struck by a vehicle on a highway in Sonoma Monday morning has been identified as 85-year-old James Edwin Pendergast.
The fatal pedestrian crash was reported at about 8 a.m. in the area of Highway 12 and Verano Avenue.
Edwin Pendergast was hit by a vehicle while walking outside of a marked crosswalk along Highway 12. The pedestrian reportedly stepped into the intersection at Verano Avenue prior to the collision.
James Pendergast Fatal Sonoma Pedestrian Accident
Sadly, Pendergast died in the accident.
Details regarding the involved motorist were released at the time of the report.
The March 22 crash remains under active investigation.
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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