Pedestrian Hit, Killed by Big Rig and Car on 5 Freeway Near Mission Avenue [Oceanside, CA]

Pedestrian Hit on 5 Freeway in Oceanside

 
OCEANSIDE, CA (September 11, 2020) — A 32-year-old pedestrian died Thursday after being struck by a big rig and a vehicle on the 5 Freeway near Mission Avenue.
 
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal event took place around 2:35 a.m.
 
With the help of evidence at the scene, officers believe a 51-year-old Fontana man in a big rig struck the 32-year-old male pedestrian standing in one of the freeway lanes.
 
As a result of the impact, the pedestrian was thrown into another southbound lane, where a 31-year-old Carlsbad man in a Toyota struck him.
 
Although both drivers stopped at the scene and waited for authorities to arrive, the pedestrian died moments later.
 
At this time, information concerning what led to the accident requires more investigation.

With heartfelt sympathies, we would like to send our thoughts of strength to the family and friends of the victim.

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