On the morning of July 29, 2025, a 72‑year‑old woman tragically lost her life after being struck by a pickup truck while crossing South Havana Street at East Jewell Avenue in Aurora, Colorado. The fatal incident occurred around 6:30 a.m., and it highlights the urgent need for improved pedestrian safety infrastructure across the Denver metro area.

What Happened?

According to local reports, the woman was pushing a walker and attempting to cross East Jewell Avenue outside of a crosswalk when she tripped over a hole in the pavement and fell. A GMC pickup truck making a right turn from Havana Street struck her while she was on the ground. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with police. She was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to her injuries shortly thereafter (CBS News Colorado: https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/woman-walker-struck-killed-aurora-while-crossing-road/).

Community Concerns and City Response

Longtime area residents and business owners, including Scott Davenport, noted that the intersection has a history of close calls and pedestrian dangers. Davenport, who runs a nearby antique store, told reporters that “there’s been a lot of pedestrian and vehicle accidents at that intersection.”

In response to the fatal crash, Aurora Public Works crews took immediate action to repair the hole in the pavement and inspect the area for additional hazards. City leaders, including Councilmember Stephanie Hancock, confirmed that Aurora is working with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) to implement more pedestrian-focused safety measures and strategies aimed at reducing distracted driving and speeding (CBS News Colorado: https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/aurora-woman-hit-crosswalk-road-repairs-jewell-avenue-walker/).

Lessons and Legal Considerations

This heartbreaking accident brings attention to key safety and legal issues:

• – Pedestrian Vulnerability: Seniors and those using mobility aids face greater danger when crossing poorly maintained roads without designated crosswalks.
• – Municipal Liability: When poor infrastructure contributes to injury or death, cities may be held liable for failing to maintain safe public roads.
• – Driver Awareness: Even when a pedestrian is outside a marked crosswalk, drivers must exercise caution—especially when turning at intersections with poor visibility or known hazards.

We Help to Hold Negligent Parties Accountable

Victims of pedestrian accidents—and their families—may have legal recourse, even if the victim was not in a marked crosswalk. Our experienced personal injury lawyers can investigate whether roadway conditions, driver negligence, or city maintenance failures contributed to the tragedy.

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At AaronUnderstands.com, we know how devastating it is to lose a loved one or suffer serious injuries in a pedestrian accident—especially one that could have been prevented. If you or a family member has been hurt while walking in Aurora, Denver, or anywhere in Colorado, we are here to help.

Attorney Aaron Israels is an experienced personal injury lawyer dedicated to standing up for victims and their families. We investigate every detail, advocate aggressively for your rights, and help you pursue the compensation you deserve.

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