Pedestrian Accident

Pedestrians in Richmond have the opportunity to get exercise, save money on gas and car repairs. However, walking can also mean risking their lives. In 2022, Richmond had the highest-ever number of pedestrians hit by cars over the past 14 years. According to the city’s VisionZero dashboard, between January and May of 2023, four people…

Pedestrians and bicyclists are the most overlooked people on the road, and drivers do not take the same precautions to avoid pedestrians as they do other vehicles. The City of Richmond and its surrounding Counties, Henrico and Chesterfield, should follow the lead of Fairfax County, which is urging everyone to “take a moment” with a…