Unidentified Male Victim Fatally Struck in Car Crash near Escondido Canyon Road

ACTON, CA (June 18, 2024) – Early Friday morning, one man was pronounced dead after a hit-and-run accident on Highway 14.

Dispatchers received calls around 1:21 a.m., near Escondido Canyon Road and Red Rover Mine. 

California Highway Patrol officers say the driver of a Nissan Altima rear-ended a disabled Honda Pilot SUV that was being assisted by a tow-truck. The impact of the crash pushed the Honda into the Honda driver who was standing near the vehicle.

Despite life-saving efforts, medics pronounced the male pedestrian dead at the scene. Although, police have not yet released his name or place of residency.

In addition, authorities say the 17-year-old male driver of the Altima fled the scene on foot. Following preliminary duties, authorities managed to arrest the juvenile at the Henry Mayo Hospital.

Acton officials issued a SigAlert closing the No.2 and No.3 lanes of Highway 14 as crews investigated the hit-and-run crash. An active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway.

Our law firm sends out our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victim who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.

Losing someone in a pedestrian accident is a traumatic experience for those left behind. At Sweet James, our personal injury and wrongful death attorneys understand that the legal issues impose challenges on those involved. Let us help you through the legal process so that you can focus on the welfare of your family. Call us today at 1-844-363-7713 to arrange a free and confidential case evaluation.