Reedley, California – A tragic incident has shaken the community of Reedley, leaving a woman deceased after being hit by a car on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in the evening.
The fatal incident occurred minutes before 8 p.m. at the intersection of Springfield and Justine Avenues in Reedley. The victim, a 72-year-old woman who was using a walker to cross the street, was suddenly struck by a moving vehicle.
According to reports provided by local police, the woman was crossing the street, but unfortunately, she was not within the designated pedestrian area. This, coupled with the fact that it was nighttime, may have contributed to the tragic outcome.
Once the accident occurred, the driver of the involved vehicle stopped and has been actively cooperating with local authorities in the subsequent investigations.
The presence of drugs or alcohol as determining factors in the collision has been ruled out, according to investigators.
This unfortunate pedestrian accident in Reedley serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and adherence to traffic regulations. Pedestrians must use designated crosswalks, especially during nighttime hours, to prevent tragedies like the one that occurred in this case.
