A man believed to be in his 40s died after being struck by a car in Walnut Creek on Thursday evening, April 16, 2026.
The incident occurred at around 6:04 p.m. at 3100 Oak Road. Fire crews initiated life-saving measures at the scene, but the victim later died at the hospital from a serious head injury.
No further information is available at this time. The investigation is ongoing.
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Pedestrian accident lawyers can investigate the crash, assess liability, and gather evidence to support the case. They also help with insurance claims and seek compensation for funeral costs, medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other related damages.
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