A male pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle in Sylmar, Los Angeles, on Monday evening, May 12, 2025.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the incident occurred around 8:50 p.m. in the 12200 block of San Fernando Road near Hubbard Street.
Officers responded to reports of a traffic collision involving a pedestrian and found the victim with fatal injuries.
The male pedestrian, whose age has not been specified, was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
Police confirmed that the driver involved in the incident remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation.
No further details have been released at this time.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
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Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.