On July 25, 2010, at approximately 1:23 am, Ocean City Police responded to a pedestrian involved crash at 21st Street and Philadelphia Avenue. The pedestrian failed to dross at a crosswalk and was struck by a vehicle traveling southbound. The pedestrian was flown to PRMC for treatment of his injuries. The investigation is on-going, and it is unknown whether alcohol was a factor.
The OCPD continues to urge citizens to use extra caution while crossing streets, as well as advises drivers to be alert for pedestrians crossing the roadways. For persons who are traveling on foot, bicycle, moped, scooter or cars, here are some important safety tips to remember:
• Cross the street at a marked crosswalk or intersection.
• Make eye contact with drivers when crossing busy intersections.
• Continue to watch for traffic the entire time you are in the crosswalk.
• It is illegal to wear headphones in both ears at the same time while operating any
vehicle.
• Vehicle operators need to be extremely vigilant while driving keeping consistently
aware of pedestrians, bicycles, scooters, mopeds and other cars.
• Allow plenty of time to stop or proceed through intersections.
• Pedestrians should only use crosswalks and not take unnecessary risks crossing busy
streets against traffic lights.
• Parents are reminded to pay extra attention to children when crossing busy roads.
Keep hold of children’s hands while waiting for traffic lights to change and while
crossing.
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all this does is point out the fact you cannot legislate "stupid". This is measure is only for the town of Ocean City to avoid liability lawsuits. Nothing will stop the drunks, punks, and know-it-alls from walking out in front of vehicles doing 40-50 mph.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you are perfect.That was my friend that was hit. It's my understanding that car that hit him was street racing and under the influence.He was also flown to shock trama.Where he is still in real bad shape.Get the facts before call someone stupid.
ReplyDeletePraying for this person and 9:07 since are his friend. Hoping for a speedy and full recovery. So sorry.
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