Sacramento, CA – In the early hours of Friday, February 27, 2026, a vehicle versus pedestrian collision resulted in the death of an unidentified person in their 40s, according to The Sacramento Bee, with additional reporting from CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 5:45 AM near Power Inn Road between Calvine Road and Orchard Loop Lane.
According to authorities, Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District personnel and CHP officers responded to reports of a crash and found the pedestrian lying in the northbound lanes of Power Inn Road. The location was described as a busy corridor near a gas station and a McDonald’s.
Investigators said the pedestrian was walking across the roadway outside of a marked crosswalk when they were struck by a tan Chevrolet. Fire personnel from Engine 51 and Medic 51 responded to the scene. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at 5:55 AM.
The driver remained at the scene and provided a statement to authorities. Officials stated that drugs and alcohol are not believed to have been factors in the collision.
The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office was notified and is expected to release the identity of the deceased once next of kin have been informed.
The roadway reopened around 7:00 AM after officials completed their on-scene investigation and cleared the area. The crash remains under investigation.
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.
Should the at-fault driver evade authorities, compensation might still be available through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Consulting with a personal injury attorney can help determine the best options in such cases.
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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.
