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ROWLAND HEIGHTS, Los Angeles County, Calif., Oct. 14, 2026 — A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle Tuesday morning, October 13, at the intersection of Colima Road and Otterbein Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol. The crash was reported around 7:50 a.m.
The California Highway Patrol logged the incident as a vehicle versus pedestrian collision at that intersection. Details on how the crash happened have not been released.
The extent of the pedestrian's injuries is not yet confirmed. It is not known whether the person was taken to a hospital, and no information on their age or gender has been made public.
No further information on the driver or any citations has been released. The California Highway Patrol's report on the crash remains open, and additional details may follow as the agency continues to look into it.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Who Gets Hurt Most Often in Pedestrian Crashes
Pedestrian crashes do not strike every age group the same way. Older adults and young children tend to suffer worse injuries when they are hit, partly because of slower reaction times or smaller body size, and partly because older pedestrians are more likely to be using a cane, walker, or wheelchair at the time.
People walking in low light or outside a marked crosswalk also show up more often in crash data, though plenty of pedestrians are hit while using a crosswalk exactly as intended. Drivers turning at intersections, particularly left turns, are a recurring factor because the driver's attention is often split between oncoming traffic and the crosswalk.
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, pedestrian fatalities decreased from 1,213 in 2022 to 1,106 in 2023. The drop suggests that enforcement, road design changes, and public awareness campaigns can move the numbers, even as pedestrian safety remains an ongoing concern statewide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
In California, pedestrians generally have the right of way in marked and unmarked crosswalks at intersections, though they are still expected to use reasonable care and not step into traffic suddenly.
How can drivers lower the chance of hitting someone on foot?
Slowing down near intersections, checking crosswalks before turning, and avoiding distractions like phones are basic habits that cut down on these crashes.
What injuries are most common when a pedestrian is hit?
Broken bones, head injuries, and spinal injuries are common because a pedestrian has no protection against a vehicle's weight and speed. Severity depends heavily on the vehicle's speed at impact.
What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident in Rowland Heights, CA
If you're involved in or witness a pedestrian crash, you should call 911 right away so paramedics can evaluate the injured person, even if the injuries do not look serious at first. Some injuries, especially head trauma, are not obvious immediately.
Staying at the scene until law enforcement arrives helps ensure an accurate report gets filed. If you are a witness, sharing your contact information with officers can make a difference if questions come up later. Anyone injured should seek medical care promptly and remember to keep records of any treatment, since documentation can matter down the road.
