44-Year-Old Santa Cruz man Involved in Highway 129 Pedestrian Accident
Santa Cruz, CA (November 3, 2022) On Friday, a traffic crash on Highway 129 injured a 43-year-old male pedestrian from Watsonville.
CHP says that the pedestrian accident happened at about 10 p.m. within the Highway 129 traffic lanes.
Reports say that westbound a 2016 Newflyer Xcelsior Bus struck a Watsonville man walking in the traffic lanes.
A 44-year-old male driver from Santa Cruz was driving the bus, he stayed at the scene until officials arrived on the scene.
Officials found the pedestrian who sustained serious injuries. Medics transported the patient to a hospital.
Furthermore, officials are investigating the pedestrian accident and have not released further information at this time.
Inspect your vehicle’s headlights and turn signals. Be sure that both front and rear headlamps are working properly and visible enough a couple of yards away.
Also, take a reading of your tire pressure and make sure you maintain the recommended maximum. While at it, take a peek under your vehicle and ensure there are no loose objects or leaks.
Most importantly, stay focused while on the road. Remove all distractions that could cause accidents like the Highway 129 traffic crash, such as mobile phone use, unstrapped toddlers, etc.
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