Transient Earl Venosdel Dies in Pedestrian Accident on Pacific Coast Highway [Huntington Beach, CA]

Huntington Beach, CA (October 17, 2024) – Earl Venosdel, a 67-year-old transient, was killed in a pedestrian accident on Pacific Coast Highway Tuesday night.

The fatal traffic accident occurred at about 7 p.m. October 5 at Beach Boulevard.

Investigators determined a 42-year-old motorcyclist from Buena Park, who is in critical condition, was traveling south on Pacific Coast Highway when he hit Earl Venosdel in a south crosswalk.

The motorcyclist was knocked off his vehicle, which kept going and collided with a Toyota Rav4.

The Toyota’s driver, a 34-year-old woman from Huntington Beach, stayed at the crash scene and cooperated with investigators.

Officers are further investigating the cause of the Huntington Beach fatal accident and ask anyone with details to contact police at 714-536-5231.

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We at Sweet Lawyers are sending our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of Earl Venosdel. May you find peace during this devastating time.

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