October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, and the Concord Police Department is reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert for pedestrians.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a pedestrian is killed every 72 minutes and injured every eight minutes in traffic crashes. In California, 1,106 pedestrians were killed in 2023.

Concord Police Lt. Renee Williams said the department wants walking in Concord to be an easy and safe way to get around. Officers are urging drivers to take extra time to look out for people on foot. Small actions like slowing down, putting away distractions, and yielding at crosswalks can prevent serious injuries and save lives.

Vehicle speed has a major impact on pedestrian safety. A person struck at 35 mph is far more likely to be kil

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