Brooks RCMP urge crosswalk caution after driver hits child cyclist
Police in Brooks are renewing calls for caution at intersections following a collision involving a young cyclist.
Why it matters
The reminder highlights ongoing pedestrian and cyclist safety concerns at intersections in Brooks.
Brooks RCMP issued a public safety reminder this week after a vehicle struck a child riding a bicycle in the city, prompting officers to urge both drivers and pedestrians to be more careful at crosswalks and intersections.
The RCMP did not release detailed information on the extent of the child's injuries or the exact location of the collision, but used the incident to highlight the importance of following traffic rules and staying alert near crossings.
Police are asking motorists to slow down and watch for pedestrians and cyclists, particularly children, while also reminding those on foot or bike to use marked crosswalks and obey traffic signals.
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