A study from Milwaukee highlights the demographic trends involved in pedestrian-related accidents, notably that drivers from wealthier and predominantly white neighborhoods often strike pedestrians from poorer, racially diverse areas. Researchers emphasized that these findings raise questions about broader national trends, especially since many cities lack comprehensive data on driver demographics. The study argues for improved data collection to identify and mitigate the risks posed by certain driver demographics to vulnerable populations, an essential step in making cities safer for pedestrians and addressing systemic inequalities in urban settings.
"drivers from higher-income tracts are more likely to crash into pedestrians from lower-income tracts than the reverse."
"Milwaukee is infamous for its segregation, ... but we aren't only talking about Milwaukee."
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