COLTON, Calif. — The Colton Police Department is investigating a tragic traffic collision that occurred on Friday, August 22, 2025, resulting in the death of a pedestrian.
According to the department, at approximately 9:25 p.m., the Colton Police Department Communications Center received reports of a traffic collision near the intersection of North Rancho Avenue and West “B” Street in the City of Colton. Responding officers discovered that a pedestrian had been struck by a 2011 Ford Escape while attempting to cross the street.
Emergency personnel immediately transported the victim to a local hospital; however, the pedestrian later succumbed to his injuries, marking this as a fatal traffic incident. The driver of the Ford Escape was uninjured and cooperated fully with law enforcement.
The Colton Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) responded to the scene to conduct a detailed investigation. Authorities are currently working to determine the cause of the collision, including factors such as traffic signals, road conditions, and possible driver or pedestrian behavior.
The Colton Police Department urges anyone who witnessed the collision or has information to come forward and assist with the investigation. Witnesses can contact Officer Alyssa Jacobson at (909) 370-5000 .
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of pedestrian safety and awareness for both drivers and those on foot. The Colton Police Department remains committed to thoroughly investigating this collision and providing updates as more information becomes available.
Authorities ask the community to keep the victim’s family in their thoughts during this difficult time.
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