A tragic incident unfolded on West Pacific Coast Highway early yesterday morning when a pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle. The Long Beach Police Department reports that officers were called to the scene in the 2000 block of the highway at around 6:23 a.m. on October 17th, upon receiving reports of an injury traffic accident. The pedestrian, whose identity has not been released, passed away due to their injuries before they could be transported to a hospital.
While the specifics of the incident remain scarce, the Long Beach Police Department is thoroughly investigating what led up to the collision. With the rising sun just breaking the horizon, the accident occurred, casting a somber mood over those who witnessed and responded to the unfortunate scene. According to a release on the Long Beach Police Department’s official website, further details will be disclosed to the public as they become available in a forthcoming news release…