Pedestrian Injuries are on the Rise

Pedestrian safety is a growing concern in the UK, especially in large cities where many drivers are on the road. According to government statistics, pedestrian injuries and fatalities account for a large number of traffic accidents reported by the UK Department for Transport. Between 2013 and 2014, minor pedestrian injuries affected almost 20,000 people in the UK. Serious injuries rose by almost 1.5 percent, and pedestrian fatalities rose by 12 percent. Children are the most vulnerable victims to pedestrian accidents and injuries from automobiles. According to accident reports, children who are 10 to 12 years old are most at risk. One in 650 children in this age group are reported as pedestrian casualties each year. Read More :AutosModel.com