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The Regina Police Service is urging both drivers and pedestrians to use extra caution after responding to two crashes involving pedestrians on Thursday.
The first crash happened at around 8:15 a.m., in the area of Broadway Avenue and Abbott Street.
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“When police arrived, they found a seven year-old female injured and lying on the ground,” the police service said.
“EMS arrived on scene and transported the victim to hospital where she was treated for non-life threatening injuries.”
According to police, the girl was struck by an eastbound vehicle as she was crossing Broadway at a crosswalk. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, police said.
The second crash happened at around 7:30 p.m., near Ninth Avenue North and McCarthy Boulevard.
“A 19 year-old female was struck by a vehicle in the west bound lanes of 9th Avenue North. She was taken by EMS to hospital to be treated for what appeared to be minor injuries,” the police service said.
“Investigation determined the female was not at a corner or crosswalk when she attempted to travel across the street.”
The police service advised drivers to ensure windows and mirrors are not obstructed, to always be aware of their surroundings, and to remember that all corners are considered crosswalks.
“Be aware of pedestrians attempting to cross the street,” the police service said.
“If a vehicle in front of you or next to you is stopping, do not proceed or try to go around them as there may be a pedestrian crossing the street.”
Pedestrians were reminded to cross the street at designated crosswalks or corners, and to ensure vehicles are stopped before proceeding into each lane.
“Check all directions before crossing and stay alert of your surroundings as you cross the street,” Regina police noted, adding that pedestrians could be ticketed if they are found to be at fault in a crash.
The police force also reminded drivers to obey road closure signs.
“Multiple drivers drove through the clearly marked perimeter on yesterday’s collision investigation scene,” the Regina Police Service said.
“One driver was ticketed after driving through the scene and over top of evidence.”
