1 Person Hospitalized in Oakland Pedestrian Accident on 54th and Adeline Street
OAKLAND, CA (March 6, 2023) – Saturday afternoon, Ciana Leehang sustained injuries after a hit-and-run crash on 54th and Adeline Street.
The incident happened on the corner of 54th and Adeline Street.
According to reports, a pickup truck ran a stop sign and struck a female pedestrian as she crossed the street in a marked crosswalk.
Moreover, a Good Samaritan pulled over and called for help. Then, a doctor at the hospital confirmed that the victim, Ciana Leehang, sustained severe back contusion in the crash.
Furthermore, officers believe that the truck driver was aware of the incident.
At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash remained unclear. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.
Due to the limited information available, the authorities continued to investigate the crash.
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Traffic safety continues to be a life-and-death matter. However, reckless driving has not been in decline. In fact, the average risk of fatality for a pedestrian hit by a vehicle riding at 42 mph is 50%
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