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Santa Ana, CA (May 11, 2026) – A man riding a bicycle was struck and killed by a vehicle near the intersection of Fairview St and 12th St in Santa Ana.
The crash took place Sunday, May 11, at around 12:09 p.m. A preliminary review found that the cyclist was riding across Fairview St outside of a crosswalk when a southbound vehicle hit him. Emergency units responded to the scene, where the cyclist was pronounced dead.
The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with the review. Impairment is not suspected as a factor in this crash.
The incident remains under review by authorities, and more details will be released as they become available. We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the cyclist who lost his life.
Bicycle Safety at Intersections in California
Intersections are among the most dangerous spots for cyclists in California, particularly on multi-lane roads with fast-moving traffic. When a cyclist crosses outside of a marked crosswalk, drivers may have less time to spot them, especially if the crossing doesn’t align with where motorists expect pedestrians or cyclists to appear.
California law requires cyclists to follow the same rules of the road as drivers in many situations, including how and where they cross major streets. Marked crosswalks are designed to give both cyclists and pedestrians a predictable, visible path across traffic. Roads like Fairview St in Santa Ana carry significant vehicle volume, and crossing at unmarked points can put cyclists in the path of traffic moving at speed with little warning.
