Lincoln man with disability says drivers are careless at crosswalks

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – A man is voicing concern over crosswalk safety, saying drivers in Lincoln are more careless than ever.

Mark Newman has a disability, and walking is his main mode of transportation.

But he said lately, he’s noticed that drivers are less aware of people crossing the streets.

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Newman said he’s been in crosswalks where cars don’t slow down for him.

Recently, he said he was almost hit by a driver who didn’t stop quickly enough at a stop sign.

Newman reminded pedestrians to be cautious.

And he also had a message for drivers: “Pay attention to the sidewalks. Make sure you look both ways; don’t just look one direction and stop.”