N.Y. Man Crashes Car While Playing Pokemon Go
A New York man crashed his car Tuesday evening while playing the crazy popular app 'Pokemon Go'.
A 28-year old man, from Auburn, New York was engaged in game Pokemon Go while he was driving, and it cause him to swerve off the road and crash into a tree. Police responded to the accident, where the the driver admitted to actively playing the “Pokemon Go” game while driving causing him to become distracted.
Luckily the driver was not seriously injured but this is an example of how easily accidents can occur when someone is engaged in the game and not paying attention. The accident investigation is on-going.
This accident happen on the same day the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles issued a warning to drivers: "Don't Pokemon & Drive".
Police are urging people to follow these tips while playing the game:
- Do not use the application when you are operating a motor vehicle or bicycle
- Do not trespass on private property when trying to “catch” a Pokemon
- Be aware of your surroundings when walking and do not stare down at your phone not knowing hazards around you, like roadways, drop-offs, waterways, etc.
- Use caution when sharing your location as strangers can see your location information
- Travel in groups in public/well lit locations
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