In 2009, approximately 12 percent of all traffic fatalities in the United States involved pedestrians. This statistic highlights the significant risks that pedestrians face on the roads. Efforts to improve pedestrian safety have been ongoing to reduce these fatalities.
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answer is 24% as per DMV
According to Kentucky 2008 collision stats, Pedestrian fatalities happen most when the pedestrian is walking or darting into the roadway OUTSIDE of an intersection.
Alcohol use by either the driver or the pedestrian was reported in almost 50% of traffic crashes involving pedestrian fatalities.
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5,489
5,584
5,449
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5,584 in 1995.
5,449 in 1996.