14-Year-Old Footballer Killed at Burton Joyce Crossing
Joshua Travis, 14, died after being struck by a train at a pedestrian crossing in Nottinghamshire. The tragedy occurred just a day after a consultation on the crossing's closure was launched.
Category : Search result: pedestrian safety statistics
Boy, 14, killed at notorious Nottinghamshire level crossing
A 14-year-old former Nottingham Forest academy goalkeeper has died after being struck by a train at a level crossing in Burton Joyce, Nottinghamshire. The crossing had been subject to repeated safety complaints.
$30M Settlement for Teen Killed in Faulty Crosswalk
A grieving Seattle family secures a $30 million settlement after their 13-year-old son was killed due to a faulty pedestrian crossing signal. Discover how this tragedy is driving change.
109 Drivers Cited in Vegas 'Turkey' Pedestrian Sting
Las Vegas police dressed an officer as a turkey to catch drivers failing to yield. The unique safety operation resulted in 109 citations near a school.
Crossing Guard Safety Crisis: 34 Killed on Duty
AP investigation reveals 230 crossing guards struck by vehicles in a decade, with many drivers avoiding charges. Discover the systemic failures and urgent calls for reform.
Grandma decapitated by bin lorry near school
Maria Rubalcava de Ruesga, a 69-year-old grandmother and cancer survivor, was tragically killed by a bin lorry in Santa Ana. Witnesses included children from a nearby primary school.
Cyclist loses leg in horrific Mercedes crash
Chloe Garcia, 20, lost her leg after being struck by a Mercedes AMG while cycling. Her family demands justice as medical bills exceed $350,000. Support her recovery.
Grandmother killed by garbage truck near school
Maria Rubalcava de Ruesga, 69, was struck and killed by a garbage truck while crossing near a Santa Ana elementary school. The cancer survivor's death has raised concerns about road safety.
Family Slams Police Over Girl's Road Death Blame
The family of 11-year-old Jayla Braxton, killed crossing a Las Vegas street, condemns police for accusing her of jaywalking amid road construction chaos. Read the full story.
Elderly Driver Charged After Hitting Girl, 9, in Crosswalk
An 89-year-old Wisconsin driver faces jail after allegedly hitting a nine-year-old girl in a crosswalk and fleeing. The child suffered a concussion and bruises. Read the full story.
Correction: Knife Crime Statistics Amended
The Guardian issues a correction on knife crime statistics for London, Dorset, North Yorkshire, and Suffolk. Discover the accurate ONS data and other recent amendments.
Family sues Met Police over grandmother's fatal crash
The family of Helen Holland, killed by a police motorcyclist escorting the Duchess of Edinburgh, are suing the Metropolitan Police to prove she 'did nothing wrong'. Read their emotional story.
Pavement Vigilantes Threaten UK Social Etiquette
Guardian readers debate the erosion of friendly pavement encounters in London's West End, fearing a dystopian future of grim conformism. Share your views on UK social etiquette.
Family 'Devastated' After Morrisons Car Park Death
Alicia Ternant, 69, tragically died after being struck by a van in a Morrisons car park in Alnwick. Police are appealing for witnesses to the fatal collision.
Truck crash in South Korea market kills 2, injures 18
A truck ploughed into a market in Bucheon, South Korea, killing two and injuring 18. Police are investigating the cause of the tragic incident. Read the latest updates.
Two dead in South Korea market truck crash
A truck crashed into a market in Bucheon, South Korea, killing two and injuring 18. Police are questioning the sober driver. Follow for live updates.
Southall Road Rage: Umbrella Attack on Mercedes
Shocking footage shows a black Mercedes surrounded and attacked with umbrellas in West London. Watch the full video of the dramatic confrontation on King Street.
ONS cuts reports by 10% to improve data quality
The UK's Office for National Statistics will reduce its publications by 10% in 2026 to prioritise core data reliability amid Treasury concerns. Discover how this affects economic policymaking.
First UK pedestrian killed by self-driving car
A British factory worker has tragically become the first pedestrian in the UK to be killed by a self-driving vehicle in a shocking incident that raises serious questions about autonomous vehicle safety.
Scientists demand ban on Chelsea tractors over safety risks
Groundbreaking research shows large SUVs pose significantly higher danger to pedestrians in urban areas, prompting calls for government action and potential restrictions on 'Chelsea tractors'.
French island bans cars after pedestrian accidents
The picturesque Île d'Oléron implements permanent vehicle restrictions following tragic accidents, becoming a pioneer for pedestrian-friendly islands across Europe.
Teen killed in Florida pedestrian accident
A Florida community is in mourning after 17-year-old Shannon Rushing was struck and killed by a car while walking near her high school. The bright student's sudden death has left family and friends heartbroken.
Woman and dog killed in Scottish Highlands road accident
A devastating incident in the Scottish Highlands has claimed the lives of a woman and her dog after being struck by a vehicle while walking along the A82 near Fort William.
E-bike rider kills great-grandfather in pavement crash
A 72-year-old great-grandfather was tragically killed when an e-bike rider mounted the pavement to avoid wheelie bins and crashed into him in a quiet residential street. The rider has been convicted of causing death by careless driving.
Tory minister attacks official immigration statistics
Conservative Immigration Minister Chris Philp sparks outrage after questioning the accuracy of official migration figures, accusing the Office for National Statistics of using 'immigration survey' methods.
Woman fights for life after car mounts pavement in Manchester
A woman is fighting for her life and a young girl remains critically injured after a terrifying incident where a car mounted the pavement in Greater Manchester. Emergency services rushed to the scene following the collision that has left the community in
Ghetts charged over fatal Westminster hit-and-run
British grime artist Ghetts faces serious charges after a pedestrian was killed in a Westminster hit-and-run incident. Exclusive details on the investigation and victim identification.
Exclusive: Brits Fear Crime Wave as Safety Confidence Plummets
Shocking new research reveals plummeting public confidence in safety as majority fear walking alone after dark and anticipate worsening crime crisis across Britain.
Rapper Ghetts charged over fatal hit-and-run
UK rapper and Netflix actor Ghetts faces serious charges after a fatal hit-and-run incident in East London that left a pedestrian dead. The grime artist, real name Justin Clarke, has been released on bail ahead of court proceedings.
Melbourne Crash: Girl Fights for Life in Hospital
A young girl remains in critical condition following a devastating vehicle collision in Melbourne's west, as emergency services continue their investigation into the tragic incident.
Page 1 of 4