On Sunday night, a pedestrian was struck by a car and critically injured. The incident occurred at the intersection of Broadway Street and Campus Drive, by the rear entrance of the University of North Carolina at Asheville. At about 9:30 p.m., a pickup truck struck 47-year-old Paul Travis Schaible. According to WLOS ABC Channel 13 News, the victim was listed in critical condition as of Monday afternoon. Additionally, this incident is still under investigation, and no charges have been made.
Pedestrian Crash Facts
- In 2010, 4,280 pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes in the U.S.
- In 2011, 4,432 pedestrians were killed in crashes.
- 70,000 pedestrians were injured in crashes in 2010.
- Pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash on each trip.
- In 2010, nearly one in five children, between the ages of 5 and 9, who were killed in traffic crashes, was a pedestrian.
- On average, one pedestrian was killed every two hours and injured every eight minutes in 2010.
Everyone is a Pedestrian
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) “Everybody is a Pedestrian” campaign is aimed at raising awareness about pedestrian safety. A variety of grants have been made available to fund educational and enforcement programs. The NHTSA offers great tips for increasing your safety while walking. There are even tips specifically aimed at keeping children safe on their way to and from school. Finally, the most important part of the campaign is truly recognizing that “Everybody is a Pedestrian.” Pedestrians are still getting struck and killed even when they’re using crosswalks, obeying signals and wearing high visibility clothing. Motorists need to be on the lookout for pedestrians and always share the roadway with other users.
After a Pedestrian Accident
If you or a pedestrian you love has been struck by a car, contact the experienced team at Davis Law Group, P.A. for a free consultation today. A skilled attorney can stay on top of official investigations and get the ball rolling on your case. The team at Davis Law Group, P.A. wishes Mr. Schaible a speedy and full recovery.