Wheelchair-Bound Man Dead in Accident on W Commonwealth Avenue [Fullerton, CA]

Fullerton, CA (March 15, 2025) – A wheelchair-bound man was killed following an accident on W Commonwealth Avenue late Thursday night.

The fatal traffic crash happened around 10:50 p.m. in the area of Library Lane.

Responding officers provided life-saving measures, but the man was declared deceased at the scene. The authorities withheld his identity pending notification of family.

Investigators said the man tried to cross northbound at the intersection and was hit by a gray Hyundai that was traveling west on the same road.

The driver, a 41-year-old Fullerton man, remained at the scene. Officers said the driver was not under the influence of alcohol or drugs when the accident happened.

Contact the Fullerton Police Traffic Accident Investigator Manes at 714-738-6815 or via email at [email protected]. if you have further information on this accident. Moreover, anonymous tips can be left at Orange County Crime Stoppers at 855-TIP-OCCS or occrimestoppers.org.

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We at Sweet Lawyers extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and community of the deceased. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

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