The collision occurred in the 1400 block of S. Euclid Avenue at approximately 9:56 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Ontario, CA – One person was struck and killed by a vehicle on S. Euclid Avenue in Ontario on Saturday morning, according to the Ontario Police Department.
The collision occurred in the 1400 block of S. Euclid Avenue at approximately 9:56 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026.
According to authorities, an 86-year-old man, identified as Rogelio Velasquez Varela, was involved in a pedestrian collision in the area.
Varela, a resident of Ontario, was transported to Kaiser Foundation Hospital, Ontario, where he was later pronounced dead. No information about any vehicle drivers being arrested in connection with the incident was provided by authorities.
At this time, officials have not released a cause of the crash or whether factors such as pedestrian crossing conditions or driver actions contributed to the collision.
Responding officers from the Ontario Police Department handled the scene, and other emergency personnel assisted with medical response and the initial investigation.
The crash remains under investigation by the Ontario Police Department as authorities work to determine the precise circumstances that led to the fatal collision.
California Traffic and Pedestrian Crash Statistics
California continues to see high numbers of traffic deaths and serious injuries, including pedestrians. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety’s 2023 Quick Stats, there were 4,061 traffic fatalities statewide in 2023, with 1,106 pedestrian deaths, reflecting a notable portion of all crash fatalities. Pedestrian and bicycle fatalities together remain a critical focus of safety efforts across the state. In the city of Ontario specifically, 2023 data show a total of 941 fatal and injury collisions, including 57 involving pedestrians. State officials continue to emphasize safety measures and public awareness to reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
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