The Stats
In the last 5 years 1 out of every 9 people killed on South Australian roads was a pedestrian with males and females being equally at risk.
30% of all pedestrians killed or seriously injured were Drinkwalkers with a BAC of 0.05% or more.
64% of Drinkwalkers aged 24-29 killed or seriously injured had a BAC of 0.08% or more.
| % of seriously injured/killed Drinkwalkers with a BAC of .08 or above. Crashes 2004 - 2008, by age: | |
|---|---|
| Age group | Percentage |
| 16-17 | 14% |
| 18-19 | 57% |
| 20-23 | 40% |
| 24-29 | 64% |
| 30-39 | 45% |
| 40-49 | 45% |
| 50-59 | 27% |
| 60-69 | 5% |
| 70-79 | 7% |
| 80+ | 10% |
In most crashes the pedestrian is at fault, however drivers have a responsibility to take care on the roads and watch out for hazards, whatever they may be.
Between 2004-2008 77% of pedestrian fatalities and serious injuries were the result of a pedestrian not paying attention.
Pedestrians however are not off the hook. They too must take responsibility for themselves and their mates when walking, especially at night after a few drinks.