Pomona Police are currently investigating a fatal traffic collision that claimed the life of an adult female pedestrian. The accident took place at the intersection of Towne Ave and Towne Park Cir, as reported in a press release from the Pomona Police Department provided to SFist.
Details from the incident, which occurred on Thursday at around 10:04 P.M., indicate that the local authorities were alerted to the vehicle vs. pedestrian crash. Upon arriving, the Pomona Police Officers found the wounded pedestrian lying in the road, gravely injured. Despite the life-saving measures attempted by the first responders on the scene, the victim's injuries were too severe, and she was later pronounced deceased. The driver involved in this tragedy has stayed at the scene and is collaborating with the ongoing investigation.
The initial press release refrains from speculating on the cause of the accident, noting "the proximate cause of this collision is unknown at this time." This matter is under thorough examination by the Pomona Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team. They are seeking information from anyone who might have witnessed the crash or has knowledge that could assist in piecing together the circumstances of the event.
Community members with insights into the fatal collision are highly encouraged to reach out to the Pomona Police Department's Traffic Services Bureau. Two numbers have been provided: (909) 802-7741 and (909) 620-2048. Moreover, for those wishing to offer information but maintain anonymity, "Crime Stoppers" can be contacted at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), ensuring tipsters' identities remain confidential while assisting with the case.
