Pedestrian Pronounced Dead after Traffic Collision on Pepper Tree Lane
LONG BEACH, CA (April 26, 2022) – Early Friday morning, one victim was killed in a deadly pedestrian crash on 7th Street.
Officers responded to the scene on April 13th, around 6:04 a.m., in the area of 7th Street and Pepper Tree Lane.
Investigators determined that a 40-year-old Long Beach resident driving a 2008 Mazda 3 hit a male pedestrian outside of a marked crosswalk in the eastbound lanes of 7th Street.
Upon arrival, officers discovered the injured man down on the roadway. Emergency responders transported the man to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
In addition, the involved driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigators.
At this time, Long Beach Officials are asking anyone with information about the crash to contact Detective Jeff Meyer or Detective Kelsey Myers at (562) 570-7355.
The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased victim. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.
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