Police in Prince George are urging both drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution following two pedestrian-involved vehicle incidents in the past two days.
The first occurred Wednesday, Jan. 8, just after 4:30 p.m., when a pedestrian was struck in a crosswalk at the intersection of Second Avenue and Victoria Street. The pedestrian suffered serious injuries and was transported to hospital by Emergency Health Services. Police say the driver is fully co-operating with the ongoing investigation.
A second incident took place Thursday, Jan. 9th, shortly before 8 a.m., when another pedestrian was struck by a vehicle while crossing 15th Avenue near Patricia Boulevard. The pedestrian sustained minor injuries and was taken to hospital by paramedics. The driver in this case is also co-operating with the investigation, which is still ongoing.
“We want to remind drivers and pedestrians alike that road safety is everyone’s concern,” said Cpl. Jennifer Cooper, media relations officer for the Prince George RCMP. “Especially during our lengthy winter months, where we still have dark hours lasting into the morning and beginning early in the afternoon, we all need to take extra precautions to enhance the safety of pedestrians using the roadway."
Cooper stressed the importance of double-checking that intersections are fully cleared before proceeding, wearing reflective clothing when walking in the dark and avoiding distractions while on the road.
