In a letter to SR editor, Betsy Lawrence, of Spokane, writes:

I am fortunate to live near several parks and schools, and I walk nearly every day. While walking, I cross a few arterials and often feel like I am playing a terrifying video game. First, I stand near the curb, then gingerly put a foot into the street. As one car slows, I must watch as cars coming the other way keep zipping by. Finally, a couple of kind, observant drivers come to a complete stop, and I am allowed to cross. Please stop for pedestrians, not only so I am able to walk in my neighborhood, but because it’s the law. According to Washington RCW 46.61.235, “vehicles shall stop at intersections to allow pedestrians to cross the road within a marked or unmarked crosswalk.” More here.

Question: Have you, as a pedestrian, had any close encounters with a motorist while crossing a crosswalk?