Person Killed in Martinez Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 680 near Marina Vista Off-Ramp
Martinez, California (September 26, 2021) – A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle Sunday evening on a freeway in Martinez, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The deadly pedestrian accident happened just after 7:50 p.m. on southbound Interstate 680, just north of the Marina Vista exit.
The CHP said the pedestrian was on the southbound side of the interstate when an approaching white Toyota sedan struck them.
Deadly Pedestrian Crash on Interstate 680 in Martinez
The pedestrian was declared deceased at the scene. The name of the victim has not been disclosed pending notification of next of kin.
The driver of the Toyota stopped at the scene and was cooperative, authorities said.
At 8:12 p.m., a Sig-alert was issued, blocking all southbound lanes of Interstate 680.
The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information or who witnesses the collision is urged to call the Contra Costa CHP at 925-646-4980.
Notable Pedestrian Accident Statistics According to the California Office of Traffic Safety:
- 893 pedestrians were killed, and more than 14,000 were injured on California roadways in 2018.
- California's pedestrian fatality is almost 25% higher than the national average.
- California is among the leading states in pedestrian deaths.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
- Make yourself visible to other road users by wearing bright colored clothes, reflector jackets, or using a flashlight when walking at night.
- Avoid distractions such as using your phone while on the streets.
- Cross streets on marked crosswalks and obey traffic lights.
- Always pay attention to your surroundings.
- Be predictable by observing all traffic rules and obeying signs and signals.
Safety Tips for Drivers
- Look out for pedestrians, particularly in hard-to-see conditions, for example, at night and in bad weather.
- Yield and be ready to stop whenever a pedestrian has the right-of-way.
- Be cautious when parking or backing up – pedestrians can move across your path.
- Observe all traffic rules.