[04-16-2025] Orange County, CA – Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Vehicle on Beach Boulevard Near Talbert Avenue in Huntington Beach

A 45-year-old male pedestrian from Stanton was fatally struck by a vehicle in Huntington Beach shortly after midnight on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

According to Huntington Beach Police spokeswoman Jessica Cuchilla, the collision occurred in a traffic lane on Beach Boulevard just north of Talbert Avenue.

A green Honda CR-V, driven by a 73-year-old man from Santa Ana, was traveling northbound on Beach when it struck the pedestrian.

The victim was rendered unconscious at the scene and was declared dead by the time paramedics arrived. His identity has not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.

The driver, who sustained no injuries, remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Authorities stated that impairment does not appear to have been a factor in the crash.

The HBPD continues to investigate the incident.

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What To Do After A Pedestrian Accident

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1. If possible, move to a safe location away from traffic.
2. Call 911. Report the accident and request emergency assistance.
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Pedestrian Accident Statistics

In 2022, the National Safety Council reported that an estimated 9,188 pedestrians lost their lives in both traffic and non-traffic incidents. Non-traffic accidents typically occur in areas such as parking lots, private properties, or driveways.

Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) showed that 7,522 of those fatalities happened in traffic-related collisions. Most pedestrian deaths occurred in urban settings, with open roads being the most common locations. A significant number of these fatalities happened at night, particularly under dark conditions.

The highest number of fatal pedestrian crashes was recorded on Saturdays, followed closely by Fridays. While pedestrian deaths during the day remained relatively steady throughout the week, nighttime fatalities fluctuated, reaching their peak on Saturdays and hitting their lowest point on Wednesdays.