DAVIS, Solano County, Calif., Nov. 12, 2026 — A pedestrian was critically injured on westbound I-80 near the Old Davis Road onramp on Wednesday afternoon, November 11, according to the California Highway Patrol. The person had reportedly gotten out of a vehicle stopped along the freeway shoulder and was struck while retrieving an item from the roadway.
The CHP said the pedestrian had exited a white Ram pickup truck while it was on the right shoulder of westbound I-80, just west of the Old Davis Road onramp. The person was reportedly outside the vehicle when a dark-colored Ford pickup truck struck him. Both vehicles remained drivable after the crash.
The incident was initially logged as a traffic collision with a report of an ambulance needed, then upgraded to a major injury crash. Paramedics were called to the scene around 3:47 p.m., and the collision was reclassified roughly 40 minutes later as involving major injuries. The extent of the pedestrian's injuries has not been released.
No further details on the circumstances of the crash, including whether any citations were issued, have been made public. The CHP's investigation into the collision remains ongoing.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should a pedestrian do immediately after being struck by a vehicle on a roadway?
If possible, move to a safe location away from traffic, call 911 or ask a bystander to call, and avoid moving if there's any possibility of a back, neck, or head injury until emergency responders arrive. Getting a medical evaluation is important even if injuries seem minor at first.
Who has the right of way when a pedestrian is walking along or near a freeway?
Pedestrians are generally prohibited from walking on freeways and their shoulders except in emergencies, and vehicles are expected to avoid them when present. Stopping on a freeway shoulder to exit a vehicle carries serious risk because passing traffic may not expect a person outside a car.
What can drivers do if they need to stop on a freeway shoulder?
Experts recommend turning on hazard lights, staying inside the vehicle when possible, and only exiting if truly necessary, moving well away from the lanes of traffic. Calling for roadside assistance rather than retrieving items from the roadway can reduce the chance of being struck.
What injuries are common when a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle on a highway?
These crashes frequently cause fractures, head and spinal injuries, and internal injuries, given the speeds involved on freeways. Severity usually depends on the vehicle's speed and the point of impact.
