Rising Pedestrian Accidents Across North America

A series of pedestrian-related accidents occurred across North America, highlighting a concerning trend. In Forsyth, Georgia, a pedestrian was struck by a pickup truck while in a crosswalk and is now in stable condition after hospital treatment. In Brooklyn, a pedestrian was killed after being hit by a box truck, with the driver remaining at the scene. Another fatal incident happened in Kansas City where a pedestrian was killed on Interstate 435 after being struck by a Ford F-150. Additionally, a hit-and-run in Vancouver left a woman with life-threatening injuries, and the suspect vehicle fled the scene. In Orlando, a 77-year-old man died after being hit by an SUV, with the driver staying on scene. These incidents are under active investigation by respective authorities.