Studies Show Pedestrian Deaths Are Increasing Across The Country

An analysis by the Governors Highway Safety Association projected a 17% increase in pedestrians killed in the first six months of 2021.

Across roadways in America, a grim reality is driving calls for change as more people walking are killed. Studies show pedestrian deaths have gone up by at least 45% over the last decade. 

An analysis by the Governors Highway Safety Association projected a 17% increase in pedestrians killed in the first six months of 2021. 

“He had said ‘I’ll be back’ and I said ‘enjoy your walk, I love you.’ And he walked out that day and your life can just change in a moment,” said Marissa Kursh Cohen. “One irresponsible moment from somebody else you know a stranger has changed our lives forever.”