[10-21-2026] Kern County, CA – Pedestrian Critically Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle in Bakersfield

A man was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle in a crosswalk in Bakersfield late Wednesday night, October 21, 2026.

According to the Bakersfield Police Department, officers responded at around 11:43 p.m. to the intersection of 24th Street and Oak Street.

Officers found the pedestrian lying in the roadway with severe injuries. He was transported to a hospital for treatment.

Investigators determined that the vehicle was traveling eastbound on 24th Street when it struck the man as he crossed southbound in the crosswalk.

The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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