The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department issued a public advisory on traffic safety precautions Wednesday, in recognition of October as National Pedestrian Safety Month.

Pedestrians are killed on average every 72 minutes and sustain injuries approximately every 8 minutes in traffic-related incidents, with California reporting a total of 1,106 pedestrian fatalities in 2023, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Sgt. Michael Lenning said residents and tourists in Los Angeles County should be able to travel safely and easily, emphasizing that motorists must take greater precautions while driving.

“We want to make sure that people walking are safe. We urge drivers to take the time to look out for people,” Lenning said. “Small actions, like slowing down, putting

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