UPDATE: Pedestrian Dead After Traffic Crash
Deputies tell us
(SALEM, Ore) — The man killed in last nights crash, at Silverton Rd NE & 47th Ave NE, has been identified as 57 year old Earl Barnes of Salem.
Barnes was crossing Silverton Road from the North to the South, after leaving the plaid pantry when he was hit by a vehicle driving east in the number two lane.
The vehicle struck Barnes with the passenger side of their vehicle.
Speed does not appear to be a factor in this case.
As mentioned last night, the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and fully cooperated with the investigation.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office would like to encourage all motorists and pedestrians to be aware of each other.
As a reminder, please follow these pedestrian safety tips:
Cross streets at a corner, using traffic signals where available and crosswalks.
Always look left, right, and left again before crossing a street, and keep watching as you cross.
Be aware that drivers have differing levels of eyesight and skill in operating motor vehicles.
Pedestrians should be especially careful at intersections when a vehicle wants to turn.
Make sure you are seen:
Make eye contact with drivers when crossing a street.
Wear bright colors or reflective clothing if you are walking near traffic at night.
Carry a flashlight when walking in the dark.
Walk on the sidewalk whenever possible.
If sidewalks are not available, walk facing traffic on the edge of the road, as far from the travel lane as possible.
Walk defensively and be ready for unexpected events.
Know what's going on around you and don't allow your vision to be blocked by clothing, hats, or items that you are carrying.
Watch the pedestrian signals, not the traffic signal, and follow the "WALK/DON'T WALK" lights, they're set up to help you cross safely.
Watch out for parked vehicles, parking lots can be as dangerous as streets.
Avoid alcohol and drugs as they can impair your ability to walk safely.
When crossing, use all of your senses and don't use your cell phone for calls and texting.
Use particular caution when crossing driveways and alley entrances, drivers may not expect you to be there.
In general when anywhere near traffic assume the drivers can’t or won’t see you and watch out for your self.
Video From the Scene by Jerry Freeman
