[11-20-2025] San Diego County, CA – 55-Year-Old Pedestrian Fatally Struck by SUV on SR-94 Near Hillside Drive in Jamul

A 55-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by an SUV on State Route 94 in Jamul in eastern San Diego County early Thursday morning, November 20, 2025.

The crash occurred around 4:15 a.m. on a dimly lit stretch of SR-94 near Hillside Drive, according to the California Highway Patrol. The man, an El Cajon resident, had been crossing the roadway when an eastbound 2017 Hyundai Tucson struck him.

CHP public affairs Officer Jasmine Lopez said the pedestrian died at the scene. His name is being withheld pending family notification. Intoxication was not considered a factor in the fatality.

Authorities continue to investigate the crash.

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Pedestrian Accident Statistics

About 7,314 pedestrians lost their lives in fatal traffic accidents across the United States in 2023, representing about 18 percent of all traffic fatalities for that year. Since reaching a low point in 2009, pedestrian deaths have increased by nearly 78 percent.

Hit-and-run incidents continue to be a significant threat to pedestrian safety. In 2023, such incidents were responsible for one in every four pedestrian deaths. These incidents accounted for roughly 20 percent of pedestrian deaths from 2014 to 2019, rising to 24 percent in 2020, and reaching 25 percent in recent years.

Long-term trends show positive developments in pedestrian safety for most age groups. Children under 13 saw a decline of 93 percent in their fatality rate between 1975 and 2023. Additionally, teenagers between 13 and 19 experienced a 71 percent decrease, while adults aged 70 and older saw a 73 percent decline. However, adults aged 20 to 44 were the only group to experience an increase, with a 6 percent rise in the number of fatalities.

Since 2009, the rate of pedestrian deaths has continued to rise for adults over 20, while rates for children and teenagers have steadily fallen. These patterns highlight persistent differences in pedestrian safety among various age brackets.