The deadly collision occurred at approximately 6:16 a.m. on January 12, 2025, in the area of South Union Avenue and Garden Drive.
Bakersfield, CA – A pedestrian was killed early Monday morning after being struck by a vehicle at an intersection in Bakersfield early Monday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
The deadly collision occurred at approximately 6:16 a.m. on January 12, 2025, in the area of South Union Avenue and Garden Drive.
CHP’s preliminary information indicates that a grey sedan was traveling in the area when it struck the pedestrian. The circumstances leading up to the collision are under investigation.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. At this time, no other injuries have been confirmed, and there have been no reported arrests related to the incident.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation by CHP, and it has not yet been determined whether speed, impairment, or other factors contributed to the collision.
CHP, fire units, and coroner personnel responded to the scene. Traffic investigators and evidence teams were also called in to document the scene and collect evidence.
The intersection experienced temporary delays while emergency responders worked on the scene, affecting the morning commute in the area.
The crash remains under active investigation by the California Highway Patrol as authorities continue to piece together the events that led to the pedestrian fatality.
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