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Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Car in North Phoenix

Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Car in North Phoenix

A 39-year-old man was fatally struck by a car in north Phoenix early Saturday morning. The incident occurred just after 4 a.m. in the area of 35th Avenue and Deer Valley Road. Phoenix Police Department officers and firefighters responded to reports of a vehicle-pedestrian collision. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary information from authorities indicates that the pedestrian was crossing Deer Valley Road mid-block when he was hit. The driver involved in the collision remained at the scene. Investigators do not believe that speed or impairment were contributing factors in this fatal incident. The identity of the deceased man has not been released by authorities, and the investigation into the crash is ongoing.

Two Teenagers Critically Injured in E-Bike Collision with Truck in Bloomfield Hills

Two Teenagers Critically Injured in E-Bike Collision with Truck in Bloomfield Hills

Two 13-year-old boys are in critical condition after the e-moto-type vehicle they were riding was struck by a Ford F-250 pickup truck in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The incident occurred on Monday, just before noon, as the teens were traveling westbound on a safety path along Hickory Grove and rode through a crosswalk at southbound Telegraph Road. Both boys, identified as Bloomfield Township residents, sustained critical injuries and were transported to nearby hospitals by the Bloomfield Township Fire Department. The driver of the truck, a 35-year-old Rochester Hills man, remained at the scene and is cooperating with the Bloomfield Township police, who are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. Further information will be released as the investigation progresses, and authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact the Bloomfield Township Police Department.

Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Car in North Phoenix

Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Car in North Phoenix

A 39-year-old man died after being hit by a car in north Phoenix early Saturday morning. The incident occurred just after 4 a.m. in the area of 35th Avenue and Deer Valley Road. Phoenix Police Department officers and firefighters responded to reports of a vehicle-pedestrian collision. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary information from authorities indicates that the pedestrian was struck by the car while attempting to cross Deer Valley Road mid-block. The driver involved in the fatal collision remained at the scene following the incident. Authorities have stated that neither speed nor impairment are believed to be contributing factors in the crash. The identity of the deceased man has not been released by authorities. The investigation into the incident is currently ongoing.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Vehicle in Southeast Portland; Driver Cooperating with Police

Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Vehicle in Southeast Portland; Driver Cooperating with Police

A man was killed after being hit by a car in southeast Portland on Saturday evening. The incident occurred at approximately 8 p.m. on Southeast Belmont Street, specifically between Southeast 35th Avenue and Southeast 37th Avenue. Emergency services responded to the scene, where the pedestrian was pronounced dead. The driver of the vehicle involved remained at the location and is actively cooperating with the ongoing police investigation. As a result of the incident and subsequent investigation, Southeast Belmont Street has been closed to traffic between Southeast 34th and Southeast 38th Avenues. Authorities are asking anyone with information regarding the crash to contact the Portland Police Bureau's Traffic Investigations Unit.

Wilmington Police Investigate Second Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Over Labor Day Weekend

Wilmington Police Investigate Second Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Over Labor Day Weekend

Wilmington Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run collision that resulted in the death of a 58-year-old man. Officers responded to the 1200 block of S. 17th Street around 2:46 a.m. on Sunday after receiving reports of a pedestrian collision. A preliminary investigation indicates that a truck struck the victim while he was in the roadway, and the vehicle subsequently fled the scene. The victim was pronounced dead at the location, and his identity has not yet been released by the police. This incident marks the second deadly pedestrian collision in Wilmington during the Labor Day holiday weekend. Authorities have not released any descriptions of the suspect or the vehicle involved at this time.

Five-Year-Old Hospitalized with Life-Threatening Injuries After South Lincoln Crash

Five-Year-Old Hospitalized with Life-Threatening Injuries After South Lincoln Crash

A five-year-old boy was hospitalized with life-threatening head injuries following a crash in south Lincoln, Nebraska, on Sunday. The incident occurred at the intersection of 40th and Van Dorn streets at approximately 11:55 a.m. Lincoln Police Department (LPD) reported that the child was crossing the street at a crosswalk on his push scooter when he was struck by a car. According to LPD, the vehicle involved was not speeding at the time of the accident and had a green light. The child was transported to a local hospital where he remains in critical condition. The intersection was closed following the crash, and authorities have stated that no citation was issued at the scene. The incident is currently under investigation by the LPD.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck on Deer Valley Road in North Phoenix

Pedestrian Fatally Struck on Deer Valley Road in North Phoenix

A 39-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle early Saturday morning in north Phoenix. The incident occurred near 35th Avenue and Deer Valley Road around 4 a.m. According to preliminary findings from the Phoenix Police Department's Vehicular Crimes Unit, the man was attempting to cross Deer Valley Road mid-block, outside of a marked crosswalk, when he was hit by an oncoming car. First responders arrived at the scene near 33rd Drive and Deer Valley Road, where the victim was pronounced dead. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene following the collision and cooperated with law enforcement officials. Detectives have indicated that the driver did not show any signs of impairment, and speed is not considered a contributing factor in the crash. The identity of the victim has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin.

Livermore Bicyclist Hospitalized with Life-Threatening Injuries After Hit-and-Run Incident

Livermore Bicyclist Hospitalized with Life-Threatening Injuries After Hit-and-Run Incident

A 64-year-old man, identified only as Patrick, remains hospitalized with life-threatening injuries following a hit-and-run incident in Livermore last month. The event occurred shortly before 10 p.m. on August 15 on Isabel Avenue, south of the Stanley Boulevard connector, as reported by the Livermore Police Department. Patrick was cycling home from work when he was struck by a vehicle. His attorney, Paul Matiasic, condemned the driver's actions, stating that the carelessness of the collision was compounded by the driver's decision to leave the scene. The bicyclist was rushed to a local hospital, where he was placed in a medically induced coma. His family reports he sustained over 17 fractures and a traumatic brain injury, making his recovery uncertain. Authorities are actively seeking witnesses and urge drivers to review dash camera footage from the area around the time of the incident. No arrests have been made.

Chandler Police Increase Enforcement Following Rise in E-Bike Crashes

Chandler Police Increase Enforcement Following Rise in E-Bike Crashes

The Chandler Police Department is stepping up enforcement and education efforts regarding e-bike safety after a series of crashes, some captured on video, have raised significant concerns. Two recent incidents in August involved e-bike riders being hit by vehicles after failing to stop at intersections, resulting in hospitalizations for both riders. Between May and July, Chandler police responded to 168 e-bike-related calls, issuing 16 citations and 16 warnings. Valleywise Health has also reported a noticeable increase in e-bike injuries, anticipating a doubling of cases this year. Dr. Frank LoVecchio of Valleywise Health highlighted that the combination of speed, heavier vehicles, and unprotected riders can escalate typical bicycle accidents into major trauma. Arizona classifies e-bikes into three categories, with Class 1 and 2 reaching up to 20 mph, and Class 3 up to 28 mph with pedal assist. Some e-bikes are even capable of exceeding these speeds, potentially reclassifying them as motorcycles. Chandler ...

DUI Driver Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash Including School Bus in Whitfield County, Georgia

DUI Driver Causes Multi-Vehicle Crash Including School Bus in Whitfield County, Georgia

A driver in Whitfield County, Georgia, was taken into custody after allegedly causing a series of crashes involving five vehicles, including a school bus with a 13-year-old child on board. According to the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), the incident began on Riverbend Road when the driver of a Ford F-150 attempted to pass traffic in a no-passing zone, sideswiping two vehicles and forcing a third oncoming vehicle to lose control. The driver then left the scene but continued to drive erratically, failing to maintain the proper lane through a curve and subsequently hitting an oncoming school bus. A 13-year-old child on the bus reported an injury. Following the collision with the bus, the F-150 rear-ended a fifth vehicle. Troopers administered what appeared to be a sobriety test at the scene before taking the driver into custody. The driver faces multiple charges, including DUI and reckless driving. The GSP has not yet released the driver's name or a complete list of charges, emphasizing that the investigation is...

BYU Steamrolls Utah Tech in Season Opener

BYU Steamrolls Utah Tech in Season Opener

BYU came into the game as a 50-point favorite and topped that in a 63-7 win over Utah Tech in the season opener Saturday night in Provo. BYU did everything they were supposed to, resting the starters in the second half after going into halftime up 42-0. BYU outgained Utah Tech 521-184 yards and won […]

Two Children Hospitalized After Being Struck by Elderly Driver in Toledo School Zone

Two Children Hospitalized After Being Struck by Elderly Driver in Toledo School Zone

Two children, aged 11 and 5, were hospitalized in Toledo after being hit by an 80-year-old female driver in a school zone in front of Hawkins STEAM Academy. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon, just before 3:15 p.m., while the children were crossing the street. Police reported that school zone lights were activated, and a crossing guard had signaled for the children to cross. However, the elderly driver, traveling eastbound on Bancroft Street, failed to slow down and did not see the girls, striking both of them with her car. The 11-year-old sustained several broken bones and head injuries, while the 5-year-old also suffered head injuries. Both children were transported to the hospital by ambulance, and their current conditions are unknown. A spokesperson for Toledo Public Schools confirmed that neither child attends Hawkins STEAM Academy or any TPS school.