One Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Collision near Paseo Ranchero

CHULA VISTA, CA (October 8, 2024) – Thursday evening, one victim was fatally struck in a pedestrian accident on Telegraph Canyon Road.

Authorities responded to the scene around 10:15 p.m., at the 1000 block of Telegraph Canyon Road near Paseo Ranchero.

Investigators say the driver of a passenger vehicle struck a pedestrian who was standing in the roadway.

Despite the life-saving efforts of medical responders, the pedestrian succumbed to their injuries at the scene.

Officials only identified the deceased victim to be in their early 20s. 

Meanwhile, the 69-year-old Chula Vista resident driving the vehicle remained at the crash site and cooperated with authorities.

Police do not suspect intoxication as a factor of the collision. Anyone with additional information regarding the fatal pedestrian accident on Telegraph Canyon Road is asked to call the investigators at 619-782-3847.

At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway.

In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of the victim.

Losing a loved one in a pedestrian accident can have a profound impact on both the emotional and financial well-being of the victim’s family. At Sweet James, we believe that every client’s case is unique and warrants personalized attention. We will pursue the justice and compensation your family deserves. Contact us at 1-844-363-7713 for a free, confidential case evaluation.