A 31-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed while walking along Winchester Road (SR-79) near Skyview Road in French Valley on Monday night, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
Crash Details
Time & Location:
- Date: Monday
- Time: Around 9:20 p.m.
- Location: Northbound lanes of Winchester Road (SR-79), near Skyview Road
What Happened?
- The victim was walking in the No. 1 lane when a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 approached.
- The driver did not see the pedestrian in the lane, leading to a fatal collision.
CHP Officer Mike Lassig stated:
“The driver was unable to see the pedestrian walking in the lane. The Mercedes’ front end collided into the pedestrian.”
Emergency Response:
- The driver immediately pulled over and called 911.
- Paramedics arrived and pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene.
- The driver sustained minor injuries but did not require hospitalization.
Investigation & Next Steps
Police Findings:
- Drugs and alcohol are not believed to be factors.
- No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.
Witnesses or anyone with information is urged to contact CHP’s Temecula office at (951) 466-4300.
