Nineteen-year-old Trace Goodwin of Pensacola, Fla. was hit and killed by a driver in Tustin Saturday night.
Officers responded to a call shortly before 9:30 p.m. at Jamboree Road and West Drive, by the Tustin Marketplace.
Goodwin was found lying in the road with major injuries. Firefighter paramedics attempted life-saving measures but later declared Goodwin deceased on scene.
A videographer at the location said the car involved in the fatal car accident was a Tesla Model 3. The driver of the Model 3 stayed and cooperated with police.
Police have not yet stated if the pedestrian was in a crosswalk or had crossed against a traffic light. The investigation is ongoing although alcohol and drugs did not appear to be a factor in the collision, according to police.
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