Man Killed in North County Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 5 near Basilone Road
North County, California (September 22, 2021) – A pedestrian died after being struck by several vehicles Tuesday night in North County, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The deadly pedestrian accident happened at around 11:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 21, on Interstate 5 near San Onofre State Beach and just south of Basilone Road.
The CHP said the pedestrian, only identified as a male victim, was walking in the northbound lanes of the interstate when a Toyota Corolla struck him. He was then hit by several other vehicles.
Pedestrian Killed in Intestate 5 Crash in North County
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene, despite life-saving measures performed by responding paramedics. His name was being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
A passenger in the Toyota, a 25-year-old man, was taken to a hospital with major injuries. His current condition remained unknown.
The Toyota driver, a 47-year-old woman, did not suffer any injuries, authorities said.
It is undetermined if alcohol and/or drugs were a factor in the crash.
No other details were immediately provided.
The accident remains under investigation.
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.