Fresno, CA: Pedestrian Hit, Killed by Vehicle on Highway 168 and Ashlan Avenue
23-Year-Old Man Killed in Fresno Pedestrian Accident on Highway 168 and Ashlan Avenue
Fresno, California (December 15, 2019) – A pedestrian was hit and killed by a vehicle early Saturday morning on Highway 168 in Fresno, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The deadly pedestrian accident was reported at about 1:30 a.m. Saturday, December 14 in the area of Highway 168 and Ashlan Avenue.
The CHP said the pedestrian, identified as a 23-year-old man, was walking in the westbound lanes of the freeway when he was hit by a blue Hyundai Elantra that was traveling at 60 miles per hour.
Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Vehicle in Fresno
The man, whose name has not been disclosed pending notification of family, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities said the victim was wearing dark clothing, in the rain, with little to no lighting in the area when the accident occurred.
The driver of the Elantra remained at the scene. It is undetermined whether alcohol or drugs were factors in the accident.
The crash remains under investigation.
Our sincere sympathies go to the family and friends of the person killed in the crash. We wish them courage during these trying moments of losing their loved one.
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