It’s true. According to the news, Memphis pedestrians are hit more than any other city in the country. I would add, maybe in the world.

May I remind one and all of what all I have written about Memphis drivers. Incidentally, I would also be reluctant about riding a motorcycle anywhere near that city.

But, it’s more than that. The pedestrians there do some really strange things. I know. I used to drive there. I have come close to hitting 1 or 2 myself.

There was 1 night I was driving home from work and a woman was lying in the street. I just almost didn’t see her. You note I said it was night and the place was poorly lit.

Okay, I will admit that was even odd for Memphis, but not by much. That area where I saw the woman, I learned to be especially watchful. When the people wear dark clothing, you can’t see them, but they assume you can.

I get it. I don’t like going down to the light to cross, but when I’m afoot I do. They don’t. I guess no one ever told them it’s safer, especially at night.

In some ways, oddy, I understand it. They are in their neighborhood and have gotten to feel safe there, despite the 4 lane state highway going through.

As far as I am concerned, 3 things will help. Caution drivers. Tell the folks to cross at the corners, or better at the lights. Finally, wear clothing that can be seen at night.

I don’t know but I would guess most of those pedestrians are hit at night and the victim is often wearing black. However, even that is not totally perfect. If my memory serves me right, seems I remember a report where a man was waiting for a bus on the sidewalk in daylight when he was struck. I mean, it is as I have frequently said. You have to watch out for Memphis drivers.