Collision with pedestrian at 1151-1183 Denny Way
reported by Mike
Date:
2010-01-20
Crash type:
Collision with pedestrian
Geometry:
Pedestrian crossed into path of bike
Description:
Riding downhill in the middle of westbound traffic lane (at approx 20-25mph), I suddenly encountered jaywalking transient in middle of lane. With little time to respond, I attempted to avoid him but still clipped him. Next thing I remember I was being helped to the sidewalk by a good samaritan passerby female. Transient appeared inebriated and free of injury, and he confirmed that he was alright. I had all the symptoms of a concussion and got picked up by a friend who took my disoriented self to the ER to find out I luckily had no fractures. Add note to this report
Factors & Lessons
Factor:
Cyclist took eyes off road/traffic in front
Factor:
Cyclist speed
Factor:
Cyclist busy evaluating road and surrounding cars
Factor:
Drunk jaywalker
Lesson:
Helmets save lives!
Lesson:
Anticipate jaywalkers
Conditions
Weather:
Clear
Lighting:
Night
Visibility:
Good
Using bike lights:
Yes
Wearing helmet:
Yes
Road conditions:
Dry
Traffic:
Light
Cyclist
Cyclist age:
27
Cyclist gender:
M
Cyclist experience:
Expert
Bicycle type:
Road
Injuries:
Serious
Injury description:
Concussion, contusion on cheekbone, minor bruises and abrasions, no fractures
Location
Location type:
Arterial
Location description:
WB Denny Way between Minor and Fairview
Location:
1151-1183 Denny Way, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
Lat/Lng:
47.6185220444739, -122.333817780018
Crash ID:
343
