Pedestrian Killed in Bus Accident on Central Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Phoenix, AZ (July 24, 2024) – A man has died in a bus accident on Central Avenue late Monday night.

The fatal collision happened at 11:45 p.m. on F.

Officers said the man was getting the bus to stop while the driver was turning right onto Central Avenue.

The man then banged on the door and started walking next to the vehicle. 

The bus driver could not stop because the area was not being designated as a bus stop.

Unfortunately, the man lost his footing and fell into the roadway. He was then struck by the bus.

The rescuers took the man to a hospital where he succumbed to injuries.

Officers are investigating this fatal collision.

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Sweet Lawyers expresses sympathies to the bereaved family of the deceased. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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The Aftermath of the Accident on Central Avenue

Each year, around 20-50 million people are injured or killed due to an auto crash.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reckless driving is a leading cause of traffic accidents, accounting for approximately 33% of all crashes. These accidents result in thousands of deaths and injuries each year, highlighting the urgent need for stricter enforcement and increased awareness campaigns to combat this dangerous behavior on the roads.

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