Two Adults and Infant Pedestrians Injured in Intersection
Did you know that the National Center of Health Statistics reported that motor vehicle crashes was the primary cause of death for children ages 3 to 14 in 2007? Moreover, NHTSA-FARS also reported 4 percent or 1,314 of the total 33,808 traffic fatalities were children aged 14 years and below in 2009; 430 were only 5 years old or younger.
Nationally, 4,092 pedestrian lives were lost due to motor vehicle crashes and 59,000 injuries were reported in 2009 (NHSTA). In Arizona, 120 pedestrians were killed, and out of this number, 21.7 percent or 26 pedestrians were killed in intersections.
On Friday night, another Gilbert pedestrian accident took place at Val Vista and Raeigh Bay Drives intersection (KPHO 1/28/11). Three victims were reported to be injured--a man, woman, and a three-month old baby. They were taken to the hospital by two ambulances which were rushed to the scene.
According to the Gilbert Fire Department, the area where the accident happened is almost a blind curve on Val Vista and considered to be a bad intersection. The driver of the car who hit the three stopped and gave his statement to the police.
Despite the reports about the declining number of pedestrian injuries and fatalities over the years, the number is always higher than we would like to see it. Please take caution while you’re out there on the roadways of Arizona, whether you are a pedestrian or driver alike. Watch out for each other.
If you or a loved one has been a victim of a negligent driver’s actions, we are available at (602) 267-1280. As Arizona accident attorneys, we may be able to help you in getting what you deserve .Call us now for your free consultation.
