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CBS News
30-07-2025
- CBS News
Aurora makes road repairs after deadly crash involving pedestrian
There has been no shortage of tragedy on Aurora's roads recently. The latest devastating crash in the Colorado city was on Tuesday morning and involved a 72-year-old woman who was crossing Jewell Avenue with a walker. According to police, she wasn't using the crosswalk. Her walker hit a hole in the pavement, she fell and a truck turning onto Havana Street struck her. She died at the scene. The driver is cooperating with the investigation. That intersection is an area longtime business owners say has seen far too many close calls. Scott Davenport owns the Heirloom Antique Mall at the corner. "I was coming in to open and I saw the police presence," Davenport said. "There's been a lot of pedestrian and vehicle accidents at that intersection." The night before the crash, city leaders were already discussing road safety at a council meeting. Councilmember Stephanie Hancock, who chairs Aurora's Transportation Committee, spoke about ongoing conversations with the National Transportation Safety Board. "A few months ago, the chair of the NTSB came to Aurora for a transportation summit," Hancock said. "One of the things he talked about was car-pedestrian fatalities and how dangerous roads can be for everyone." She said Aurora is now working to incorporate more of the NTSB's recommendations, with a particular focus on curbing distracted driving and reducing speed. "When you're driving a 5,000-pound bomb, that's really not the time to be multitasking," she said. Following Tuesday's fatal incident, the city acted swiftly. Aurora Public Works crews were dispatched to inspect the intersection and repair any potholes. In a statement, the city's spokesperson said: "Immediately after this morning's tragic incident, Aurora Public Works dispatched crews to inspect the roadway and repair any potholes that were present on Jewell Avenue near the intersection of South Havana Street. Specifics about the condition of the roadway, including the number, location, and nature of any potholes found, are not available at this time." Davenport, who has been vocal about safety issues on Havana for years, said he appreciated the quick response. "It's terrible, any loss of life, for whatever reason, is terrible," Davenport said. If you notice potholes or other safety concerns on Aurora's roads, the city wants to hear from you. You can report problems in the following ways: 1. Submit a ticket through Access Aurora2. Email: publicworks@ 3. Call the Aurora Public Works Department: 303-739-7300 As Tuesday's response shows, the city says it's ready to take action when problems are flagged. The investigation into the deadly crash remains ongoing.
Independent Singapore
30-05-2025
- General
- Independent Singapore
Pedestrian struck by right-turning car at Upper Thomson junction; police investigating
SINGAPORE: A pedestrian was hit by a right-turning car while crossing at the junction of Marymount Road and Upper Thomson Road Wednesday afternoon (May 28), sparking public concern over road safety and driver attentiveness. The Singapore Police Force confirmed that a report had been lodged and that investigations are currently ongoing. No further details were released on the condition of the pedestrian. The incident came to public attention after a video was shared in the Facebook group SG Road Vigilante, which often posts footage of traffic incidents across the island. According to the group, the accident occurred at approximately 1:16pm. In the video, a pedestrian wearing a black top and holding an umbrella is seen walking on the designated crossing when a car, making a right turn, fails to slow down and strikes the individual. The footage has since garnered widespread attention online. The video triggered a flurry of comments from netizens, with many condemning the driver's apparent lack of caution. 'Don't people look at the side of the road when they turn now?' wrote one commenter. Another asked, 'Is the driver looking at his phone or navigation?' Others expressed disbelief, questioning how the driver could miss seeing someone with an umbrella in broad daylight. However, not all responses were critical. A few commenters suggested that the driver's view might have been momentarily blocked—possibly by a roadside bollard or other visual obstruction. Some also reminded pedestrians to remain vigilant, with one noting, 'I always look both ways even when it's my right of way.'
