San Bernardino, CA: Pedestrian Struck, Killed by Vehicle on Interstate 215
Person Killed in San Bernardino Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 215 near Highland Avenue
San Bernardino, California (April 4, 2021) – A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night in San Bernardino, according to the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department.
The deadly crash was reported at around 8:29 p.m. Saturday, April 3, on Interstate 215 near Highland Avenue.
Authorities said the pedestrian, only identified as a male victim, was hit by a vehicle for an unknown reason on the roadway.
Pedestrian Dies in San Bernardino Crash Saturday, April 3
Emergency personnel responded to the crash and declared the pedestrian dead at the scene at 8:48 p.m. His name has not been released pending notification of family.
Further details regarding the collision were not immediately provided.
The crash remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
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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