Male Pedestrian Fatally Struck in Collision near Coldwater Canyon Avenue

STUDIO CITY, CA (January 13, 2022) – A pedestrian accident on Ventura Boulevard claimed the life of one man Friday evening.

The incident occurred around 7:00 p.m., near Coldwater Canyon Avenue. Dispatchers responded to the scene shortly after.

At this time, the events leading up to the deadly collision remain unclear. However, reports indicate that authorities located one man unresponsive at the scene.

Due to the extent of his condition, paramedics pronounced the male pedestrian dead. Furthermore, the involved driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.

Moreover, investigators revealed that the pedestrian appeared to be a homeless man. Although, the circumstances surrounding the crash still remain unknown.

Meanwhile, Studio City officials blocked a portion of the surrounding streets near Ventura Boulevard to investigate before it was later reopened.


The team at Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victim who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.


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