These alarming statistics from Kansas City highlight the urgent need for safer streets statewide. At Pedestrian Pride in Columbia, Missouri, we are committed to advocating for secure and equitable pathways for all pedestrians and cyclists.
Together, we can challenge and change the dangerous infrastructure that disproportionately affects our most vulnerable communities.
🔍 Key Facts:
Half of KC’s traffic deaths in the last two years happened on just 10 streets.
46 pedestrians and bicyclists lost their lives while simply trying to go about their daily lives.
40% of pedestrian deaths were Black residents, despite only making up 26% of the population.
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