North Bay PoliceCity police are reporting two separate incidents of pedestrians being struck by vehicles last night (Thursday).

Just after 5pm a 68-year old woman was struck by a vehicle at Cassells and Olive.

She suffered non-life threatening injuries and was taken to hospital.

A 44-year old motorists is charged with failing to yield to an approaching pedestrian.

Meantime, just before 8:30 pm, North Bay Police were dispatched to Fisher and McIntyre after a vehicle struck a male pedestrian, who police say failed to use the crosswalk and failed to look in both directions before crossing Fisher Street.

The pedestrian suffered minor injuries and was taken to hospital.

No charges were filed.

 

Police are also updating the investigation into a pedestrian being struck Wednesday just after 10 am on McKeown Avenue.

A 68 year old man from Rutherglen has been charged with fail to yield to a pedestrian.

A 71-year old woman suffered major injuries after being struck.

 

Another pedestrian was struck earlier this month on Cassells while a person on a battery-powered mobility scooter was struck on McKeown at the beginning of November.

 

Overall, police are offering Road Safety Tips, pointing out everyone is responsible for keeping our roads safe.

Drivers are reminded to:
– Always look for pedestrians, especially when turning.
– Watch for children. Drive slowly and cautiously through school zones, residential areas, or any other area where children could be walking or playing.
– Be patient, especially with seniors or persons with disabilities who need more time to cross the road.
– Always be ready to stop for pedestrians making sudden or unexpected moves.
– Make sure the way is clear before entering or leaving driveways.

Pedestrians are reminded to:
– Look both ways before you cross the road and only proceed at intersections and within crosswalks.
– Always respect pedestrian traffic lights.
– Never cross in the middle of the road, between parked cars or when traffic signals indicate for you to stop.
– Make sure drivers see you before you cross. If the driver is stopped, make eye contact before you cross to ensure your safety.
– Watch for traffic turning at intersections or turning into or leaving driveways.
– Wear bright, light-coloured or reflective clothing, especially at dusk or when it’s dark.