The driver is reported to have continued southbound on Gaffey Street, and the pedestrian's name and age were not immediately available.
San Pedro, CA - October 21, 2026
A pedestrian was killed early Wednesday after a vehicle struck them in San Pedro, according to MyNewsLA.com. The driver reportedly did not stop at the scene.
Key Facts
- Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
- Location: West Channel and Gaffey streets, San Pedro, Los Angeles County, California
- Type of crash: Pedestrian struck by a vehicle; driver did not stop
- Vehicles involved: One vehicle
- Injuries / fatalities: One pedestrian killed
- Responding agencies: Los Angeles Police Department
- Reported by: MyNewsLA.com
Crash Overview
The crash happened at about 1:31 a.m. at the intersection of West Channel and Gaffey streets. A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle there.
Los Angeles Police Department Officer Rosario Cervantes told City News Service that the driver did not stop, which the law requires, and kept heading southbound on Gaffey Street. Police said the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
Few other details have been reported. The pedestrian's name and age were not immediately available.
People Involved
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene, according to police. The driver is described as having failed to stop. The name and age of the pedestrian were not immediately available.
If You Were Involved
If you were involved in a crash, these general steps may help:
- Seek medical attention even if you feel fine.
- Document the scene with photos or video if it is safe to do so.
- Exchange information with the other drivers and note any witnesses.
- Request the official crash report from the law enforcement agency that responded.
- Notify your insurer as soon as reasonably possible.
- Consider speaking with a qualified attorney if you were injured or face significant losses.