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Van Nuys, CA (May 6, 2026) – A pedestrian was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle on Tuesday, May 5, at the intersection of Sepulveda Boulevard and Sherman Way in Van Nuys. The incident was reported with the pedestrian found unconscious and not breathing at the scene.
Emergency units were dispatched and responded quickly, with medical personnel en route to provide urgent care. The condition of the pedestrian indicates severe injuries, though no additional details about the individual have been confirmed.
Information about the driver involved and the circumstances leading up to the crash has not been released. Traffic in the area may have been affected as crews worked to assist and secure the scene.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
Our thoughts are with the injured person as they receive medical care.
What Happens When a Pedestrian Is Struck at a Busy Intersection?
Crashes involving pedestrians at major intersections often occur when traffic signals, turning movements, and pedestrian traffic coincide. Drivers may not always notice someone crossing, especially during busy periods. The state of California reports over 1,100 pedestrian fatalities annually, the highest of the country, with pedestrians accounting for roughly 25% of all traffic deaths statewide. In California, 27% of all motor vehicle fatalities in a recent year involved pedestrians struck at or near intersections.
Severe injuries can happen when a pedestrian is hit, particularly at higher speeds or in areas with multiple lanes. Speeding drivers are involved in 35% of all pedestrian fatalities in the state, and nearly 15,000 pedestrians are injured in traffic crashes across California each year. Quick emergency response is critical in these situations to provide immediate care.
California investigators commonly rely on SWITRS records, signal timing data, video footage, and witness statements to determine whether a driver exercised reasonable care, with blocked visibility, improper signal timing, and missing signage among the most frequently cited contributing factors
