A truck driver in Phoenix distracted by TikTok and speeding caused a crash that killed five people, resulting in a 22-year prison sentence. This incident is part of the thousands of traffic fatalities that occur in the U.S. every year, with leading causes being distracted driving, speeding, and drug and alcohol use. Driver distraction alone led to over 3,300 deaths in 2022. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveals which states and cities are most dangerous for drivers, with Memphis, Detroit, and Albuquerque having the highest rates of fatal accidents per 100,000 residents. Texas has three cities in the top 15 worst cities for drivers, with drunk driving being a significant factor in many fatal accidents.
As Labor Day approaches, drivers should be aware of the dangers on the road. The most dangerous cities for drivers often have high rates of drunk driving fatalities, with Memphis leading the statistics. Despite a slight decrease in traffic fatalities in recent years, the overall trend is an increase in motor vehicle fatalities. In 2022, over 3,300 people died in crashes involving distracted drivers. The call to action is clear: “put the phone away or pay” to avoid tragic consequences on the road.
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