Pedestrian deaths drop, bicyclist deaths increase in St. Louis, St. Louis County

A study released Monday by Trailnet, a non-profit dedicated to improving walking, biking, and public transit conditions, analyzes the state of St. Louis streets. The annual crash report indicates that fewer pedestrians were killed in crashes last year across St. Louis and St. Louis County. However, deaths of bicyclists in vehicle crashes increased. This data is utilized to highlight traffic violence, identify critical areas for improvement, and help shape future transportation policies within the region.