Pedestrian crash hotspots in Richmond, CA
174 pedestrian crashes were reported in Richmond from 2021–2025, 35 of them serious or fatal (8 fatal). Below are the spots where they keep happening, what usually goes wrong at each one, and what to watch for.
Also: Bike crash hotspots in Richmond (126 crashes)
How people on foot get hit in Richmond
- 40% involved a driver turning, 31% turning left.
- 52% of the people hit were in a crosswalk at an intersection.
- 22% were crossing away from a crosswalk.
- 45% happened after dark.
Where pedestrian crashes cluster
Spots with 3 or more reported crashes within about 250 m, worst first.
1. Macdonald Av & 24th St
8 crashes · 2 serious or fatal · 1 fatalDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 3 of 8 crashes a driver was turning left. 5 of 8 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them. 50% happened after dark.
- → Before you step out, look for drivers turning left from the far side of the junction. They are watching for a gap in oncoming traffic, not for you.
- → Wear something light or reflective, and cross where the street is lit.
2. Barrett Av & 19th St
8 crashes · 3 serious or fatalDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 4 of 8 crashes a driver was turning left. 5 of 8 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them. 63% happened after dark.
- → Before you step out, look for drivers turning left from the far side of the junction. They are watching for a gap in oncoming traffic, not for you.
- → Wear something light or reflective, and cross where the street is lit.
3. Macdonald Av & 3rd St
8 crashes · 3 serious or fatalA mix of crash types
Of 8 people hit here, 5 were in a crosswalk at the intersection and 2 were in the road. 50% happened after dark.
- → No single crash pattern stands out here. Cross with the signal, and check for turning drivers before you step out.
- → Wear something light or reflective, and cross where the street is lit.
4. Nevin Av & 11th St
10 crashesDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 3 of 10 crashes a driver was turning left. 6 of 10 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them.
- → Before you step out, look for drivers turning left from the far side of the junction. They are watching for a gap in oncoming traffic, not for you.
5. Harbour Wy & Ohio Av
7 crashes · 1 serious or fatalDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 3 of 7 crashes a driver was turning left. 5 of 7 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them.
- → Before you step out, look for drivers turning left from the far side of the junction. They are watching for a gap in oncoming traffic, not for you.
6. Harbour Wy & Pennsylvania Av (S)
4 crashes · 1 serious or fatal · 1 fatalDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 3 of 4 crashes a driver was turning left. 2 of 4 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them. 75% happened after dark.
- → Before you step out, look for drivers turning left from the far side of the junction. They are watching for a gap in oncoming traffic, not for you.
- → Wear something light or reflective, and cross where the street is lit.
7. San Pablo Av & Garvin Av
3 crashes · 1 serious or fatal · 1 fatalA mix of crash types
100% happened after dark.
- → No single crash pattern stands out here. Cross with the signal, and check for turning drivers before you step out.
- → Wear something light or reflective, and cross where the street is lit.
8. Cutting Blvd & S 34th Street
3 crashes · 1 serious or fatal · 1 fatalA mix of crash types
Of 3 people hit here, 2 were in a crosswalk at the intersection.
- → No single crash pattern stands out here. Cross with the signal, and check for turning drivers before you step out.
9. Macdonald Av & 37th St
3 crashes · 1 serious or fatal · 1 fatalDrivers turning left into people crossing
In 2 of 3 crashes a driver was turning left. 3 of 3 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them.
- → Before you step out, look for drivers turning left from the far side of the junction. They are watching for a gap in oncoming traffic, not for you.
10. Barrett Av & 22nd St
5 crashes · 1 serious or fatalA mix of crash types
Of 5 people hit here, 4 were in a crosswalk at the intersection. 60% happened after dark.
- → No single crash pattern stands out here. Cross with the signal, and check for turning drivers before you step out.
- → Wear something light or reflective, and cross where the street is lit.
Pedestrian crashes in Richmond by year
| Year | Crashes | Serious/fatal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 26 | 9 | |
| 2022 | 27 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 36 | 4 | |
| 2024 | 41 | 11 | |
| 2025 | 44 | 9 |
Common questions about Richmond
- Where do the most pedestrian crashes happen in Richmond?
- The worst spot is Macdonald Av & 24th St, with 8 reported pedestrian crashes from 2021–2025, 2 of them serious or fatal. Next are Barrett Av & 19th St (8) and Macdonald Av & 3rd St (8).
- How many pedestrians were killed in Richmond?
- 8 crashes killed someone in 174 reported pedestrian crashes in Richmond from 2021–2025, and 35 left someone seriously hurt or killed.
- How do pedestrians usually get hit in Richmond?
- 40% involved a driver turning, 31% turning left. 52% of the people hit were in a crosswalk at an intersection. 22% were crossing away from a crosswalk. 45% happened after dark.
- How many pedestrian crashes happen in Richmond each year?
- Reported pedestrian crashes with map locations: 2021: 26, 2022: 27, 2023: 36, 2024: 41, 2025: 44. The latest year can rise as late reports come in.
- Where does this data come from?
- Police crash reports in the California Crash Reporting System (CCRS), published by the state on data.ca.gov. Only crashes reported with map coordinates are counted, so the real totals are higher.
Nearby cities
Source: California Crash Reporting System (CCRS), 2021–2025. Only crashes reported with map coordinates are counted, and many city police reports have none, so these numbers are lower than the real total. Crashes on freeways are left out. Busy streets show more crashes partly because more people use them. Data last rebuilt 2026-09-23. How the data works.