Santa Maria, CA: Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Hit-and-Run Motorist on North Broadway
Santa Maria Accident on North Broadway Kills Pedestrian
Santa Maria, California (July 12, 2021) – One person died after being struck by an alleged hit-and-run driver in north Santa Maria late Saturday night, the Santa Maria Police said.
The fatal pedestrian crash happened at about 11:20 p.m., on July 10, in the 500 block of North Broadway.
An individual was reportedly struck by a vehicle whose driver fled the scene after the accident.
Fatal Santa Maria Hit-and-Run Crash
Sadly, the unidentified victim died in the collision.
The crash resulted in the closure of a section of North Broadway for an unknown time.
Authorities are gathering more evidence to locate the hit-and-run suspect.
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.
If you have lost someone you love in a pedestrian accident and need legal help, call our law office at Click to call : 866-803-6502 and talk to an accident attorney.
