Man Seriously Injured in Pedestrian Accident on Jerrold Avenue [San Francisco, CA]

Male Pedestrian Hit and Injured by Vehicle near Rankin Street

SAN FRANCISCO, CA (August 23, 2018) – A man was hospitalized early Thursday morning following a pedestrian accident on Jerrold Avenue.

According to San Francisco Police officials, the incident took place at about 1:20 AM in the Bayview District, near Rankin Street. A male pedestrian was crossing the street when he was struck by a vehicle mid-block.

Paramedics arrived at the scene to render aid to the injured victim. He was later transported to the hospital after suffering life-threatening injuries. The victim’s name and current medical condition were not immediately released to the public.

Meanwhile, the 28-year-old driver remained at the scene after the collision and was cooperative with the investigators. The cause of the accident and possible contributing factors remain under investigation, and additional information was not available.

When behind the wheel, it is important to always be on the lookout for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists. One small driving mistake can lead to disastrous and unfortunate results. That is why it is important to drive defensively and always abide by all driving laws. This way, you can help ensure everyone’s safety.

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