In a heartbreaking incident, a 46-year-old man from Huntington Beach met a tragic end after being struck by an SUV on a busy street within the city. This devastating accident occurred on Beach Boulevard, just north of Speer Drive, a short distance south of Slater Avenue, around 10 p.m. on a Sunday evening. Authorities, led by Jessica Cuchilla from the Huntington Beach Police Department, responded to the scene.
The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was rushed to a nearby hospital, but tragically, he succumbed to his injuries, as confirmed by Cuchilla.
The fatal collision involved a 2003 Lincoln Navigator traveling southbound in lane 4 of Beach Boulevard. The driver of the SUV, a 33-year-old woman from Huntington Beach, remained at the scene and cooperated fully with the investigating officers.
To shed light on the details of this unfortunate event, the Huntington Beach Police Department’s Multidisciplinary Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) has taken over the investigation. Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the accident or observed events leading up to it to come forward with information. You can reach Traffic Investigator Rattanchandani at 714-536-5231 to assist in this investigation.
This heart-wrenching accident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and responsible driving. Our thoughts go out to the victim’s family during this difficult time. Please stay tuned for updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.
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