Bakersfield, CA – On the evening of Monday, September 21, 2026, a pedestrian collision left a man with major injuries on Highway 99, according to KGET.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 6:30 PM on southbound Highway 99 near Panama Lane.
Authorities said multiple vehicles stopped after finding the man lying between lanes two and three. He sustained major injuries after being struck by a vehicle. It remains unknown how the crash occurred or which vehicles may have been involved.
Lanes two, three, and four were blocked around 6:45 PM.
Bakersfield Pedestrian Accidents and Personal Injury Claims
California law requires drivers to exercise an extra duty of care toward pedestrians, remaining vigilant and prepared to stop even on freeways where pedestrian presence is unexpected, particularly during low-visibility evening conditions. When a pedestrian collision results in serious injury, investigators with California law enforcement examine visibility, speed, and the actions of any drivers in the area to determine the cause and whether any party may bear liability.
Because it remains unclear how the crash occurred or which vehicle was involved, witness accounts from the multiple drivers who stopped at the scene are likely to be essential in reconstructing the sequence of events. The man injured in this collision may have the right to pursue a personal injury claim, which can provide compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages related to the accident.
Bakersfield Personal Injury Lawyer
If you or someone you love was injured in an accident like the one described here, on Highway 99 near Panama Lane, contact a California personal injury lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
