Reidsville, NC (December 28, 2020) – An 81-year-old woman from Danville, Virginia was killed in a pedestrian accident that took place in Rockingham County on Saturday, December 26th. The accident took place around 6:15 p.m. on U.S. Highway 29 near Estes Road.
According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, Emma J. Jenkins was involved in a single-vehicle crash on U.S. 29. Following the crash, Jenkins exited her vehicle and was walking into the roadway when she was hit by a 2011 Toyota. Jenkins suffered critical injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by rescue workers. Troopers have not provided any information on the driver of the Toyota and it is not clear if they remained at the scene after the crash. There were no other injuries reported and no other vehicles were involved in the crash.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing and it is not clear whether any charges are expected. No further information regarding the crash is available at this time.
We would like to offer our condolences to the family of Emma Jenkins following this tragic pedestrian accident in Reidsville.
North Carolina Pedestrian Accidents 
Pedestrian accidents in North Carolina have a high rate of death and injuries. According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there were 2,290 reported pedestrian crashes in our state in 2019 and 2,059 reported injuries. A total of 231 people lost their lives in these accidents, which represents a nearly 12% increase from the year before. From these numbers, it is easy to see just how dangerous a pedestrian accident in North Carolina can be. Pedestrians have no protection from the force and impact of the crash and they are often not in a position to avoid the accident.
If you or a loved one have been affected by a pedestrian crash in North Carolina, you could be entitled to compensation. Due to the often serious nature of a pedestrian accident, it is important to seek skilled legal representation to help with your claims. North Carolina personal injury law is complicated and successfully handling a case requires the assistance of an attorney who understands the proper law and procedure that must be followed. At Burton Law Firm, North Carolina personal injury attorney Jason M. Burton brings more than eight years of experience and proven case results in past cases. Since 2012, we have recovered more than 40 million dollars in total compensation for our clients.
Although a pedestrian accident can often lead to a serious and catastrophic outcome, there is help available. In cases where the crash was not your fault, you should always inquire about receiving compensation for your injuries and pain and suffering. The driver who caused the accident can and should be held accountable for their negligent actions.
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