Guard Injured in Crippling Pedestrian Crash near College Avenue and Morning Drive [Bakersfield, CA]

Injuries Reported in Bakersfield Pedestrian Accident near College Avenue and Morning Drive

BAKERSFIELD, CA (February 6, 2025) – Wednesday morning, a crossing guard sustained injuries in a crippling pedestrian crash near College Avenue and Morning Drive.

The incident happened at about 8:00 a.m. near College Avenue and Morning Drive.

A motorist struck a crossing guard while the guard was helping students cross the street, according to reports.

Police say the crossing guard was taken to Kern Medical with a possible broken leg. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.

A police spokesperson said the driver was not arrested but will “at the very least” receive a ticket for speeding. No students were injured in the collision.

At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash remained unclear. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.

Due to the limited information available, the authorities continued to investigate the crash.

What’s Next after the Crippling Pedestrian Crash near College Avenue and Morning Drive

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