Wheatland, CA: Pedestrian Struck, Injured by On-Duty Police Officer on E Street Bridge
Person Hospitalized after Wheatland Pedestrian Accident on E Street Bridge near Marysville
Wheatland, California (July 23, 2021) – A pedestrian was injured after being struck by an on-duty police officer late Wednesday night in Wheatland.
According to the Wheatland police, the accident happened at about 11:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 21, on the E Street Bridge near Marysville.
Wheatland police said one of their deputies was coming back from Marysville and was approaching the E Street Bridge when a pedestrian reportedly ran across the bridge.
The officer was unable to stop in time and hit the pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured in Wheatland Crash
First responders arrived at the scene and rendered aid to the pedestrian. The patient was then transported to a local hospital for further treatment. The name of the victim and their condition were not immediately disclosed.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the accident.
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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