So apparently only 40% of people can walk in a straight line while texting, based on this find do you think its wise for the Government to fine people for texting and walking LOL !!!
A US town in New Jersey (Fort Lee) , have started a battle against texters who aren't looking where they're going. Anyone caught texting whilst walking will be fined for Jay walking ( An American term for walking on the road instead of the pavement)
This crackdown is all about safety, say police in Fort Lee. So far in just six weeks, they've fined 117 texters.
Back home, Britain's first 'Safe Text' street has been created complete with padded lampposts to protect millions of mobile phone users from getting hurt in street accidents while walking and texting.
Around one in ten careless Brits has suffered a "walk 'n text" street injury in the past year through collisions with lampposts, bins and other pedestrians.
The 6.6million accidents have caused injuries ranging from mild knocks and embarrassing cuts and bruises through to broken noses, cheekbones and even a fractured skull.
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| Brick Lane padded lamp post |
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