Oakland, CA: Man Hit and Injured by Vehicle at Grand Avenue and Perkins Street
Oakland Accident at Grand Avenue and Perkins Street Critically Injures Pedestrian
Oakland, California (July 23, 2021) – A 23-year-old Oakland man Sustained critical injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Oakland Wednesday night.
The 9:35 p.m. major injury crash happened at Grand Avenue and Perkins Street on July 21.
The man was crossing southbound in a marked crosswalk when a silver Toyota Camry, driven by a 23-year-old Oakland woman westbound on Grand Avenue, hit him for undetermined reasons.
Oakland Pedestrian Accident
As per the report, the male pedestrian was hospitalized with critical injuries after the collision.
The Toyota motorist remained at the scene and cooperated with the law enforcers.
An investigation into the accident 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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