23-Year-Old Man Fatally Struck in Deadly Collision on South McDowell Boulevard

PETALUMA, CA (February 1, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, Nicholas Duran was killed in a pedestrian accident on Baywood Drive.

Police responded to the scene around 5:51 a.m., near South McDowell Boulevard on December 17th after receiving multiple dispatch calls.

For reasons under investigation, the driver of a vehicle struck a male pedestrian just south of Berrydale Drive.

Medical personnel arrived and pronounced the severely injured victim dead at the scene. The coroner’s office later identified the deceased victim as 23-year-old Duran, of Petaluma.

Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. Once available, further details will be provided. At this time, an active investigation to determine more information is still currently underway.


The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of Nicholas Duran. May you find comfort and strength during this very difficult time.


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