Public art project draws attention to growing number of pedestrian deaths The Heights CDC commissioned artist Colin Kidder to create an art installation honoring Memphians killed walking in 2020. Author: Rebecca Butcher Updated: 9:13 PM CDT July 8, 2021 MEMPHIS, Tenn. — There are reports seen frequently from Memphis police. Pedestrian deaths is one of them. The numbers are rising and 2020 marked the deadliest year for pedestrians in Memphis. Melvin, Sherita and Jessie are a few of the 64 names you'll find on crosswalk figures on National Street. They represent people killed while walking in Memphis in 2020. "I just wanted to do a unique design for each person to show their individuality to show people these were real living people," said artist Colin Kidder.