San Francisco, CA: Woman Struck and Critically Hurt by Hit-and-Run Driver at Fulton Street and Pierce Street, Binh Tran Arrested
Pedestrian Hospitalized after San Francisco Accident at Fulton Street and Pierce Street
San Francisco, California (July 29, 2021) – 63-year-old Binh Tran, of San Francisco, has been arrested following a San Francisco pedestrian accident that left an 88-year-old woman with life-threatening last Wednesday evening.
The major injury hit-and-run collision occurred just before 6:00 p.m. in the area of Fulton Avenue and Pierce Streets.
As per the San Francisco Police Department report, the female party was walking on the roadway in the crosswalk when a vehicle driven by Binh struck her under unclear circumstances.
San Francisco Pedestrian Accident
The pedestrian sustained critical injuries and was taken to an area hospital for medication.
Tran did not stop to render aid to the victim and escaped the scene.
The suspect was ultimately apprehended and placed into the San Francisco County Jail on felony hit-and-run charges on Friday. His automobile was also towed and impounded for further investigation.
An investigation into the accident is underway. Anyone with additional details about this crash is urged to call the authorities at 1-415-575-4444.
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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