The accident took place shortly after 10 p.m. March 16, on Georgia and Contra Costa streets
Vallejo, CA – A pedestrian died days after being hit by a vehicle earlier this month in Vallejo, the Vallejo Police Department reported.
The accident took place shortly after 10 p.m. March 16, on Georgia and Contra Costa streets.
Investigations reveal that a vehicle struck man walking near the intersection. A detailed information on how the accident transpired was not available.
The VPD officers and emergency crews arrived at the scene shortly after and they found the severely injured pedestrian.
The man was taken to a hospital with major and was hospitalized until Tuesday, March 24, when he succumbed to the injuries sustained. Authorities are yet to release the pedestrian’s identity.
According to police, the driver who hit the pedestrian cooperated with the investigators. Initial reports indicate that alcohol or drug impairment was not suspected to have contributed to the accident.
The Vallejo Police Department Traffic Division is investigating the accident and anyone with more information is urged to contact (707)648-4329. For anonymous tips call 1-800-488-9383.
In 2023, Solano County recorded 2,868 traffic collision victims killed or injured, placing it roughly 16th out of 58 California counties for fatal and injury collisions according to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). This includes 330 alcohol-involved incidents, 657 speed-related collisions, 318 nighttime crashes, and 278 hit-and-run events. Vulnerable road users were significantly affected, with 153 motorcycle, 140 pedestrian, and 98 bicyclist victims reported. Pedestrian injuries included 12 children under 15 and 21 seniors 65 and older. Compared with 2022, when there were 2,905 killed or injured in collisions, the 2023 figures show similar high levels of traffic harm with persistent issues involving alcohol, speed, and nighttime driving. Solano County’s collision rates consistently highlight challenges with road safety, particularly for motorcyclists, pedestrians, and bicyclists, and underline the need for targeted safety interventions and enforcement.
Anyone who lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident may have the right seek compensation for their loss and an experienced car accident attorney can offer the legal help they need.