Following multiple pedestrian-involved collisions, including one that resulted in the death of a woman in her 80s, Winnipeg police are reminding people of the importance of road safety.
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Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) officers have responded to “numerous” pedestrian-related collisions in recent weeks, according to Const. Stephen Spencer, a public information officer with the service, who spoke at a news conference Monday.
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He said that people have been struck in parking lots, marked crosswalks and controlled intersections.
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Spencer pointed to several recent incidents that involved non-drivers being struck by vehicles – the earliest of which occurred on Sept. 11, when a child was hit while walking in the pedestrian corridor of a parking lot in the 1600 block of Kenaston Boulevard.
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The child was taken to hospital in serious condition and was later upgraded to stable, he said.
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A driver was charged in connection with that collision.
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Later that month, a woman in her 80s was struck by a vehicle.
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That incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 29, Spencer said.
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The woman was walking westbound on Roblin Boulevard, as she crossed at its intersection with Hunterspoint Road.
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A vehicle turning right onto Roblin Boulevard failed to heed the stop sign and struck her, sending her to hospital in stable condition.
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The woman died of her injuries Thursday, he continued.
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The WPS is investigating the collision and considering charges.
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Those incidents, in addition to several which have occurred thus far in October, prompted the road safety reminder from Winnipeg police, Spencer said.
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“Before crossing, ensure a driver has acknowledged your presence as a pedestrian by making eye contact with the driver and a nod or a wave confirming they see you and intend to stop,” he added.
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The right of way does not ensure pedestrians or drivers can proceed without regard for other factors, Winnipeg police Insp. Helen Peters said at the news conference.
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“Having the right of way means you may cross if it’s safe to do so,” she said.
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With winter approaching, Peters also reminded drivers to be aware of icy roads and anticipate stopping sooner.
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She also recommended pedestrians consider how slippery their path will be before rushing to cross the street.
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During the dark, winter mornings that are expected following the elimination of the time change, she said high-visibility equipment, or even something as simple as a bright toque, can help to prevent a collision.
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“This isn’t just about who’s at fault.
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This is about keeping each other safe,” Peters continued.
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