Man Dead after Pedestrian Crash on Pacific Coast Highway near Channel Drive

LONG BEACH, CA (November 2, 2022) – Thursday evening, a pedestrian accident near Channel Drive left a man with fatal injuries. 

The deadly collision happened on October 27th, at around 6:22 p.m. on Pacific Coast Highway in the area of Channel Drive in Long Beach. 

According to the investigators, a pedestrian was running across Pacific Coast Highway when a 2021 Toyota Corolla fatally struck him.

When first responders arrived to the scene, they found the victim with serious injuries. Medics transported the injured man to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead due to the extent of his wounds. At this time, officials have not identified the deceased man.

Meanwhile, the 20-year-old Corolla driver from Wilmington remained at the scene and cooperated with the authorities. 

Those with further information regarding the pedestrian accident near Channel Drive are encouraged to contact Detective Joseph Johnson of the LBPD at (562) 570-7355.

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

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