CHULA VISTA, Calif. (FOX5/KUSI) — A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle in Chula Vista Wednesday morning, authorities said.
Chula Vista police told FOX 5 the incident took place around before 5:30 a.m. in the 600 Block of L St., just east of Riverlawn Avenue.
Authorities found a 34-year-old man, of Chula Vista, under a utility truck with major injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the truck, a 32-year-old Chula Vista man, remained at the scene and was cooperative with authorities, police said.
L Street was closed between Broadway and Jefferson for several hours for an investigation.
Police do not believe driving under the influence was a factor in the collision.
Anyone that witnessed the collision or has additional information is asked to contact the Traffic Bureau at 619-476-5320. They can also contact San Diego County Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477 or submit a tip via P3tips (online or mobile application) http://p3tips.com/409 if they wish to remain anonymous.