A 23-year-old Private First Class assigned to Fort Hood, Texas, died in a PMV-Pedestrian mishap in Copperas Cove, Texas, at local. The Soldier was walking home northbound when he was struck by a southbound vehicle.
Since , the Army has lost an average of six Soldiers a year to off-duty PMV-Pedestrian mishaps. This mishap was the third PMV-Pedestrian fatality of FY23.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
Walk on a sidewalk or path. If neither is available, walk facing traffic and as far from cars as possible.
Cross streets at marked crosswalks or intersections whenever possible; this is where drivers expect pedestrians. If neither is an option, locate a well-lit area, wait for a gap in traffic that allows you enough time to cross safely, and continue to watch for traffic as you cross.
Be alert. Walkers wearing headphones or using a cellphone might not hear a car horn or could miss a traffic signal at a crosswalk.
Never assume drivers see you; they could be distracted or impaired. It’s best to make eye contact with drivers to make sure you are seen. Make yourself visible by wearing brightly colored clothing during the day. At night, wear reflective materials or use a flashlight.