In the early hours of Sunday, October 1, 2023, a tragic accident occurred on southbound Interstate 15 in Victorville, where a pedestrian lost their life after being struck by a Walmart truck.
The tragic incident occurred at approximately 3:04 a.m., north of the Stoddard Wells Road exit, leaving the community in shock. According to California Highway Patrol incident records, the driver of the Walmart truck, a large 18-wheeler vehicle, immediately pulled over to the right shoulder of the road and made a 911 emergency call.
Emergency teams responded promptly to the call and, sadly, discovered the lifeless pedestrian in the midst of traffic lanes. In response to this tragedy, CalTrans took drastic measures to ensure the safety of all involved, including the complete closure of lanes number 3 and 4.
By 4:30 a.m., the coroner arrived at the accident scene to take control of the situation and conduct the necessary investigations. The identity of the deceased pedestrian will be disclosed once their closest relatives have been notified, and they are surely grappling with grief and sorrow over this irreplaceable loss.
It is important to note that, fortunately, no other injuries have been reported in connection with this accident. Authorities continue to work diligently to determine the official cause of this tragic event, with the Victorville station of the California Highway Patrol leading the investigation.
This fatal accident in Victorville serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and caution when traveling on highways. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased during these difficult times.
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