A pedestrian was struck and killed in a traffic collision on Mission Blvd and Reservoir St in Pomona, police said Thursday. The victim, a female adult whose name has not been released pending family notification, was hit by a vehicle around 10:09 p.m. Wednesday night, according to the Pomona Police Department.

Pomona police officers responded to reports of the collision and found the woman lying in the roadway suffering from severe injuries despite lifesaving attempts by first responders, the pedestrian was declared dead at the scene, and the driver involved in the incident stayed on site and is reportedly cooperating with law enforcement as they proceed with their investigation. The case has now been taken up by the Pomona Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team as they try to piece together the events that led to the tragic event. Authorities are urging anyone with information about this incident to contact the Traffic Services Bureau at (909) 802-7741 or (909) 620-2048.

The unfortunate event casts another shadow over the community's road safety concerns and highlights the continuing danger that pedestrians face even on what might be considered quiet roads. Police have made no arrests at this stage and have not suggested any charges are imminent as the cooperating driver's actions and the circumstances under which he was operating the vehicle are still under review.

Pomona Police urge witnesses or anyone with pertinent information relating to the collision to step forward, confidentiality can be maintained for those who prefer to come forward anonymously through "Crime Stoppers" by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), noting that even the smallest piece of information could be crucial in helping to bring closure to the victim's family and ensuring public safety.