1 Dead in Long Beach Pedestrian Accident on Atlantic Avenue near 19th Street
LONG BEACH, CA (May 10, 2022) – Sunday night, a 36-year-old man died in a pedestrian crash on Atlantic Avenue near 19th Street.
The incident happened at around 9:15 p.m. on Atlantic Avenue, north of 19th Street. At this time, the identity of the Long Beach pedestrian remains undisclosed due to pending family notification.
“A 2014 Honda, driven by a female resident of Long Beach, was traveling northbound on Atlantic Avenue north of 19th Street as the pedestrian was crossing westbound in lanes of traffic outside of a crosswalk …,” police revealed. “The driver was unable to stop or avoid striking the pedestrian.”
Meanwhile, the motorist stayed at the scene and has been cooperative with the police.
“At this time, neither distracted driving, impaired driving, nor speed are believed to be factors in the collision,” police added.
Furthermore, the authorities urged anyone with information about the incident to contact 562-570-7355, or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS. Tipsters may also use the website www.LACrimeStoppers.org.
We send our sympathies to the family and friends of the victim.
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