FACTS
Since older adults are more fragile, their fatality rates are 17 times higher than those of 25 to 64 years.
In 2016, a senior citizen in his wheelchair was fatally struck while attempting to cross the street in front of his rehab facility. Family and friends of the man believed his accident was preventable if a crosswalk was available.
Since older adults are more fragile, their fatality rates are 17 times higher than those of 25 to 64 years.
- Senior Citizens comprised 13% of the population, but account for 23% of all pedestrian fatalities.
- 88% of pedestrian fatalities in 2016 were people aged 60 and older.
In 2016, a senior citizen in his wheelchair was fatally struck while attempting to cross the street in front of his rehab facility. Family and friends of the man believed his accident was preventable if a crosswalk was available.