Man Dies in Pedestrian Accident at Roberts Lane and Airport Drive in Bakersfield
Bakersfield, California (September 22, 2022) – A man was killed in a pedestrian accident in Bakersfield on Wednesday night.
The California Highway Patrol says the pedestrian accident happened in the area of Roberts Lane and Airport Drive at around 9:38 p.m.
A man was walking in the area when he was hit by a white Chevrolet Silverado.
The pedestrian was killed in the crash. His name was not publicly released.
The motorist allegedly left the scene after the accident but later returned and cooperated with the authorities.
More details about the crash were not released.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
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Drivers, motorcyclists, bicyclists and even pedestrians are reminded to use the road responsibly. Drivers are specifically reminded NEVER to drive while impaired. P. Mark Shayani of Pacific Attorney Group says “There can never be any good reason for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs”.
Shayani explains that impaired driving is not only about driving under the influence of alcohol. “Some over-the-counter drugs and prescription medications may cause impaired driving.” As a driver or rider, it is always good to read warning labels and follow directions of use about operating heavy machinery which includes driving a car or riding a motorcycle.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, 1,159 lives were lost throughout California in drunk driving-related traffic collisions.
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