NORD, Butte County, Calif., Nov. 13, 2026 — A pedestrian died after being struck by a pickup truck on Hamilton Nord Cana Highway near Bell Road on Wednesday night, November 11, according to the California Highway Patrol. The driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI.
The crash was reported at 10:51 p.m. The pedestrian, identified by the agency as a 31-year-old Hamilton City man, died at the scene.
Responding officers found a white Chevrolet Silverado stopped on the highway's northbound shoulder with moderate front-end damage, the CHP said. The driver, identified as a 33-year-old Hamilton City man, was taken into custody and booked into the Butte County Jail on suspicion of driving under the influence. The CHP's Chico office said the crash remains under investigation. The agency is asking anyone with information to come forward.
Our sympathies are with the family of the person who lost their life.
Intersection Crashes in California
This fatal crash happened at Hamilton Nord Cana Highway and Bell Road in Nord, CA. Our California intersections page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
What usually causes pedestrian accidents?
Pedestrian crashes usually stem from driver impairment, distraction, failure to yield at crossings, or poor visibility at night. Alcohol or drug use by a driver is a common factor in fatal cases.
How much does a vehicle's speed affect a pedestrian's chances of survival?
Survival odds drop sharply as speed increases. A pedestrian struck at lower speeds is far more likely to survive than one hit by a vehicle traveling at highway speeds.
Where do most pedestrian accidents happen?
Many occur on roads without sidewalks or marked crossings, including rural highways and shoulders, where pedestrians share space with faster-moving traffic.
Are pedestrian crashes more common after dark?
Yes. Reduced visibility at night makes it harder for drivers to see pedestrians in time to stop, and a large share of fatal pedestrian crashes happen after sunset.
