Warner Robins, GA (May 21, 2026) – A 25-year-old man died Wednesday night after being struck by a vehicle on Moody Road near Leisure Lake Drive. Luis Manzano was walking in the roadway when a northbound driver hit him around 10:30 p.m; he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver involved was heading north on Moody Road at the time of the collision. No further details about the other driver were included in the initial report on the wreck.
The cause of the accident is still under review, and additional findings will be released as they become available. We extend our deepest condolences to Luis Manzano’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.
What Pedestrians and Drivers Should Know About Walking in Active Roadways
Walking in a roadway, outside of a marked crosswalk or sidewalk, creates serious risks for both pedestrians and drivers. At night, visibility drops significantly, making it much harder for drivers to spot someone on foot until it may be too late to stop. Speed, lighting conditions, and road width all affect how quickly a driver can react. In many fatal pedestrian crashes, there is little time between when a person becomes visible and the moment of impact. Georgia law generally requires pedestrians to use sidewalks where available and to yield to traffic when walking in the road. Understanding these dynamics can help explain why such tragedies occur even when no obvious wrongdoing is immediately apparent.
