A tragic accident occurred in Walnut Creek when a man was struck and killed by a car that jumped the curb. The incident, which brings attention to traffic law and pedestrian safety, was reported at about 1:21 p.m. on Ygnacio Valley Road.
Upon arrival, officers found the man conscious but with severe injuries. He was transported to a hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
According to police, it appears that the car drifted to the right on Ygnacio Valley Road, jumped the curb, and hit the man while he was doing maintenance work at the location. The driver, who wasn’t injured, remained at the scene and was cooperating with the police.
The cause of the collision is currently under investigation. This incident underlines the importance of attentive driving and adherence to traffic laws to ensure the safety of all road users, including pedestrians. Anyone with information about the case is urged to contact Walnut Creek police dispatch.