Pedestrian Crash near Main Street Kills 40-Year-Old Pedestrian

ORANGEVALE, CA (October 5, 2023) - Saturday evening, a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision on Main Avenue in Orangevale took one person's life.

The fatal collision happened around 7:30 p.m. along Main Avenue and Main Street, just south of Greenback Lane.

According to California Highway Patrol, a vehicle traveling southbound at about 25 mph hit a person attempting to cross Main Avenue.

Unfortunately, the 40-year-old unidentified pedestrian sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene. Meanwhile, the involved driver, identified to be a 60-year-old male driver, stayed and cooperated with the authorities.

Police do not suspect drugs and alcohol to be a factor in the incident. In addition, officials claimed there were no crosswalks in the area, and the roadway was dark at the time of the incident.

Moreover, a portion of the roadway was temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.

Anyone with additional information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact Orangevale Officials as soon as possible.

Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of the victim. Thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.

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