Early morning traffic on Watt Avenue was disrupted after a pedestrian incident involving a vehicle in North Highlands, as reported by the California Highway Patrol. Around 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, emergency services responded to the scene at the intersection of Watt Avenue and Longview Drive, where a man was struck by a car, according to KCRA.
The individual in question, described by authorities as a homeless man in his 50s, ventured directly into the path of oncoming traffic. Caught by the momentum of movement and the suddenness of his appearance, the vehicle involved was unable to prevent the collision, California Highway Patrol said. Stricken with major injuries, the man was quickly transported to a nearby hospital, with no current update on his condition, as detailed by ABC10.
The driver implicated in the accident cooperated fully, remaining on the scene following the pedestrian's injury. Officials have yet to assign blame or release detailed specifics about the events leading up to the accident, which remains under investigation. The identity of the driver has not been disclosed, and it is unclear if any charges will be brought forward or citations issued, as reported by KCRA.
Law enforcement is investigating a collision involving a pedestrian who was critically injured and taken to the hospital. The California Highway Patrol has labeled the pedestrian's injuries as major, but no updates on his condition have been provided. After the scene was cleared, traffic on Watt Avenue was allowed to resume, returning to normal for a typical weekday in Sacramento.
