Nearly 200 pedestrians injured in accidents in Lincolnshire over the past year

Road accidents involving pedestrians remain a significant concern, as driver negligence or pedestrian inattention can lead to fatal consequences.

Figures obtained by Accident Claims Advice found that there have been nearly 200 pedestrian casualties in road accidents across Lincolnshire in the past year.

Pedestrian accidents continue to be one of the most pressing issues on UK roads. These incidents often lead to serious injuries or even fatalities, raising important questions about road safety and the responsibilities of all road users.

Road Traffic Accident Manager for JF Law, Tracey Chick, said: “Each road traffic incident involving pedestrians represents a moment of distress and potential life-altering consequences for those involved.

“If you have been involved in an accident, your safety should be the immediate priority, before exchanging details with the other involved parties, and reporting the incident to the police.”

When a pedestrian is injured on the road, the police assign a severity to that injury, ranging from slight to serious and then fatal.

In 2024/25, Lincolnshire Police recorded 191 pedestrian injuries with 2 fatalities, 40 serious injuries and 149 slight injuries.

Every death and serious injury on the road is a preventable tragedy, and yet, on average, five people die every day on roads in the UK, and 80 are seriously injured.

In 2023, 405 pedestrians were killed in Great Britain, whilst 6,067 were reported to be seriously injured and 12,791 slightly injured.

Key causes include distracted or drunk driving, excessive speeding, poor visibility, and pedestrians taking risks, such as crossing through moving traffic without checking properly.

Accident Claims Advice also obtained figures on where the most pedestrian road accidents occurred in Lincolnshire Police’s area of remit in the past year.

The most pedestrian accidents occurred in Lincoln, with 44 accidents, followed by Skegness, which saw 19 accidents take place.

Tracey Chick said: “The safety of pedestrians on the roads is paramount, yet poor driving can result in devastating consequences when someone is struck by a vehicle.

“Regarding eligibility to claim, it’s vital to understand that every case is unique. Generally, if you’ve suffered injury due to the negligence of another driver, you may be eligible to pursue a claim for compensation.

“We urge people to prioritise their own safety by using designated crossings, making eye contact with drivers, and avoiding distractions like mobile phones. Let’s all commit to making our roads safer.”

Accident Claims Advice provides expert claim and legal advice services for those who may have been involved in a road accident.

They operate a 24-hour helpline and an online claim form, which can be accessed on their website.