Analysis of Pedestrian Behavior at Crosswalks in Urban Environments

The aim of the study was to analyze the impact of mobile device usage on pedestrian behavior and their safety at both signalized and non-signalized crosswalks. The research problem focused on the growing threat in road traffic caused by pedestrian distraction due to mobile phone use, which increases the risk of accidents. The study was conducted in response to the rising number of pedestrian-related accidents and the widespread use of smartphones by over 69% of the global population, highlighting the importance of this issue. The results showed that 15% of pedestrians used phones while crossing the street, with this percentage reaching as high as 20% at non-signalized crosswalks. Most pedestrians at signalized intersections (89%) adhered to traffic rules, although some instances of crossing on a red light (4%) were observed. The findings indicate the need for pedestrian education, infrastructure adjustments, and preventive measures to enhance road safety.