CHP said a 61-year-old man was trying to run across the highway when he was hit by a westbound Nissan

Bakersfield Accident
Man Killed in Bakersfield Accident on Highway 178

, CA – A was hit and killed by a vehicle in Bakersfield on Thursday night, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The crash took place on Highway 178 at about 9:04 p.m. July 4.

CHP said a 61-year-old man was trying to run across the highway when he was hit by a westbound Nissan.

The pedestrian, who was not immediately identified, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

No further details were released.

The CHP is investigating the accident.

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