Tragic Pedestrian Fatality Near Santa Monica Pier Sparks Safety Concerns
SANTA MONICA, CA (April 2, 2024) — Early Monday morning, a pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle near the bustling intersection of Ocean and Colorado avenues in Santa Monica, close to the iconic entrance of the Santa Monica Pier. The incident occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m., bringing to light ongoing concerns regarding pedestrian safety in high-traffic areas.
According to the Santa Monica Police Department, the driver involved in the accident remained at the scene and cooperated fully with the ensuing investigation. The identity of the deceased pedestrian has not been released, pending notification of their family.
This unfortunate event caused significant disruption, leading to the closure of the intersection for several hours as authorities conducted their investigation. By mid-morning, the area was reopened, allowing traffic to flow normally once again.
This Santa Monica pedestrian accident marks another somber addition to the growing number of pedestrian fatalities in the area, raising urgent questions about the measures in place to protect those on foot in densely populated and heavily trafficked urban settings.
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