A 39-year-old motorcyclist was hurt in the same crash and is listed in stable condition, while the crash remains under investigation.
Philadelphia, PA - October 29, 2026
A pedestrian died after being hit by a motorcycle on Wednesday evening in Philadelphia's Oxford Circle neighborhood, according to 6abc Philadelphia. The motorcyclist, a 39-year-old man, was also hurt and taken to a hospital.
Key Facts
- Date: Wednesday evening, around 6:10 p.m.
- Location: Intersection of East Roosevelt Boulevard and Bustleton Avenue, Oxford Circle neighborhood, Philadelphia, PA
- Type of crash: Pedestrian struck by a motorcycle
- Vehicles involved: One motorcycle, a 2020 dark gray Suzuki Hayabusa
- Injuries / fatalities: One pedestrian killed; one motorcyclist injured and listed in stable condition
- Responding agencies: Police
- Reported by: 6abc Philadelphia
Crash Overview
Police said a 2020 dark gray Suzuki Hayabusa was heading south on East Roosevelt Boulevard at about 6:10 p.m. when it hit a man who was trying to cross the road at Bustleton Avenue.
The pedestrian was taken to a nearby hospital, where he later died. Few other details about his condition or the response at the scene have been reported.
The motorcyclist, a 39-year-old man, was hurt and also taken to a hospital. Police reported that he is in stable condition.
The crash remains under investigation. Authorities have not released the pedestrian's name, and no cause or allegations have been reported.
People Involved
The pedestrian was a man whose name has not been released. The motorcyclist is 39 years old and is listed in stable condition.
Investigation Status
The crash remains under investigation. No contributing factors, citations, charges or arrests have been reported.
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