Two Hurt in Pedestrian Collision on Fairview Street [Chandler, AZ]

Two Men Injured after Chandler Pedestrian Collision on Fairview Street

 
CHANDLER, AZ (October 1, 2019) — Two people sustained injuries in a pedestrian collision on Fairview Street on Monday, September 30.
 
Chandler police said that the two pedestrians moved west on Fairview Street approaching Arizona Avenue at about 5:50 p.m.
 
According to the police, a vehicle heading west struck a 19-year-old man and a 48-year-old man. The 48-year-old was in a wheelchair, police stated. The driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.
 
Investigators have ruled out impairment as a factor in the incident. They said that the driver told them the sun was in their eyes and the collision occurred as they were lowering the visor.
 
The pedestrians sustained serious, but non-life threatening injuries.
 
Additional information about the crash was not immediately available.
 
It is crucial to always be on the lookout for pedestrians when on the road. As a pedestrian, make sure to stay alert, keep away from the roadway, use marked pedestrian crosswalks, and look out for oncoming vehicles. By following traffic laws and being cautious of your surroundings, you can prevent accidents and keep yourself and others safe on the road.

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