Early Tuesday, a tragic accident on Highway 1 near Big Sur resulted in the death of a pedestrian. California Highway Patrol reported the incident, which occurred around 5:08 a.m., involved a 59-year-old driver from Aptos who struck the pedestrian while driving a white Chevrolet Express van. Investigators haven't identified why the pedestrian was on the road at that hour, but confirmed the driver remained on the scene and is cooperating. Authorities have ruled out drugs and alcohol as contributing factors and are encouraging witnesses to come forward as the investigation continues.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 5:08 a.m. A 59-year-old man from Aptos was behind the wheel of a white Chevrolet Express van, heading southbound when he struck a person who was in the roadway.
Investigators have not yet determined why the pedestrian was in the southbound lane at that hour. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with authorities.
California Highway Patrol officials say drugs and alcohol do not appear to be factors in the crash. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
California Highway Patrol is asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Tipsters can call the Monterey Area CHP office at (831) 770-8000 or email MontereyCHPTips@chp.ca.gov.
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