Accident in Calistoga:
In Calistoga, California, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Napa Area Office is investigating an accident involving a Calistoga Police Department patrol vehicle and a pedestrian.
The collision occurred around 7 p.m. on Monday at the intersection of Berry and Washington streets in Calistoga. The pedestrian, Brenda Sarabio, a 22-year-old resident of Calistoga, was rushed to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital with major injuries. According to CHP Officer Marc Renspurger, she remained in critical condition on Wednesday.
The CHP indicated that the accident apparently happened when CPD Sgt. Kristine Norton made a left turn from Washington onto Berry and struck Sarabio, who was walking in the marked crosswalk.
According to the CHP, the specific details of the incident and the circumstances surrounding the crash were still under investigation on Wednesday. This tragic incident has raised concerns in the local community, which is seeking answers about how the accident occurred and what measures can be taken to prevent similar situations in the future. The Calistoga police and the CHP are working together to gather evidence and testimonies to clarify the facts.
Road safety and traffic rule compliance are critically important issues to ensure the safety of pedestrians and drivers in the area. Authorities are calling for caution and responsibility when driving, especially in areas with high pedestrian traffic.
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