Greendale Police Report Close Calls at MGP Crosswalk

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 9:53 AM

By Travis Thayer @eagle993

Find helpful crosswalk safety tips here.

(Greendale, Ind.) - Motorists are being reminded to slow down and be prepared to stop when approaching a crosswalk.

In a Facebook post, Greendale Police have reported many close calls at the MGP crosswalk as employees are trying to get across the roadway to work.

According to the most recent data, a pedestrian is injured every seven minutes walking near traffic.

Motorists are to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and stop well back from the area to give other vehicles an opportunity to see the crossing pedestrians so they can stop too. In addition, motorists should never pass vehicles stopped at a crosswalk.

More helpful tips below:

Stay Alert: When driving, always be prepared to stop and looking out for pedestrian, cyclists, or skateboarders
Come to a Complete Stop: At a red light, come to a complete stop, making sure you are behind the line and watch for pedestrians
Wait for Pedestrians: If pedestrians or cyclists are crossing, wait until they have crossed at least one lane past the one you are in
Never Pass: If a vehicle is stopped or slowing down at an intersection or crosswalk, stay behind them and wait