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VICTORVILLE, San Bernardino County, Calif., Nov. 4, 2026 — A pedestrian was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle on northbound Interstate 15 in Victorville on Monday night, November 2, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash happened on NB I-15 at the La Mesa Road/Nisqualli Road interchange around 5:48 p.m. Officers with the California Highway Patrol and crews from the Victorville Fire Department responded.
A maroon Scion TC coupe struck the pedestrian, the dispatcher said. The driver reportedly told investigators they swerved to avoid the pedestrian before hitting the center divider. The pedestrian was taken to a hospital in unknown condition, according to the report.
All lanes of the freeway were briefly shut down before reopening. The crash remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol's Victorville office, which is expected to release a preliminary report with more details.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Intersection Crashes in California
This pedestrian crash happened at La Mesa Road and Nisqualli Road in Victorville, CA. Our California intersections page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can drivers lower the chance of hitting someone on foot near a freeway or roadway?
Slowing down in areas where pedestrians might be present, staying alert for people near medians or shoulders, and avoiding distractions behind the wheel all help drivers react in time to avoid a collision.
What injuries are common in pedestrian crashes like this one?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles frequently suffer broken bones, head injuries, and internal injuries, since they have little protection compared to someone inside a car.
What usually causes pedestrian accidents on highways?
These crashes commonly involve a pedestrian in or near traffic lanes, driver distraction, low visibility at night, or a vehicle swerving to avoid an obstacle, as the driver in this case reportedly did.
Does a vehicle's speed affect how badly a pedestrian is hurt?
Yes. The faster a vehicle is moving at the moment of impact, the more severe a pedestrian's injuries tend to be, and the lower the odds of survival in high-speed crashes.
