Fairfax, CA – On the evening of Tuesday, June 16, 2026, a pedestrian collision resulted in the death of a 91-year-old man, according to KRON, with additional reporting from CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 6:45 PM on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard east of Shadow Creek Court in the Oak Manor neighborhood.
Authorities said a 22-year-old Martinez man was driving a white Volkswagen Passat westbound on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard when he struck the 91-year-old as he was crossing the roadway northward.
The driver was the sole occupant of the vehicle and was not injured. He was not arrested following the crash.
The roadway was closed in both directions while officers investigated and the coroner attended to the scene, with the road reopening following the coroner’s conclusion of on-scene proceedings. An evidence tow was requested for the Volkswagen sedan.
Authorities determined that alcohol and drugs were not factors in the collision. The identity of the deceased had not been released at the time of reporting. The investigation remains ongoing.
Pedestrian Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Drivers have a duty of care towards pedestrians, which includes being vigilant for those travelling by foot and, if a collision occurs, staying with the victim, alerting emergency responders, and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
For those who lose a loved one in a pedestrian accident, filing a wrongful death claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, and other related damages.
California Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a California pedestrian accident lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
