News Summary
A pedestrian was killed in a multi-vehicle accident on the California State Route 57 Freeway in Anaheim. The crash happened early in the morning, resulting in significant traffic disruptions as authorities investigated the situation. The victim was hit multiple times by different vehicles following an initial collision. The investigation is ongoing, and the Anaheim Police Department is seeking information from witnesses to understand the circumstances surrounding the tragic event, which has raised concerns about pedestrian safety on highways.
Anaheim, CA – A pedestrian was killed in a multi-vehicle accident on the California State Route 57 Freeway on Tuesday morning. The crash occurred at approximately 6:28 a.m. near Katella Avenue as the pedestrian was reportedly traveling northbound when they were struck.
Authorities from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed that the victim was “hit multiple times by different vehicles” after an initial collision. Emergency personnel pronounced the victim dead at the scene. The identity of the individual has not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.
The incident led to significant traffic disruptions, with both the on-ramps and off-ramps near the freeway on Katella Avenue being closed to facilitate the investigation and response efforts. Multiple callers had alerted authorities about a person down in the lanes of traffic before first responders arrived.
According to reports, a driver operating a white Subaru was among the first to strike the victim and subsequently pulled over to the right shoulder. Following this initial impact, several other vehicles also collided with the individual, compounding the tragic situation.
All northbound lanes of the freeway were temporarily halted while emergency services managed the scene. The Anaheim Police Department assisted with traffic control measures to divert vehicles around the affected area.
The Orange County Coroner’s Office arrived at the scene around 6:53 a.m. to officially confirm the death of the pedestrian. The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the Anaheim Police Department, who are actively seeking information from witnesses to help clarify the events that led up to the accident.
This incident marks a tragic reminder of pedestrian safety issues on highways. A similar occurrence took place on September 21, 2025, when another pedestrian was struck and killed in the southbound lanes of the 57 Freeway. The coroner’s office also confirmed the death of the pedestrian involved in that incident shortly after their arrival.
Authorities continue to urge anyone who may have witnessed either incident or possess additional information to come forward. They emphasize that such details can be crucial for understanding the dynamics of these accidents and enhancing safety measures.
As investigations continue, the community is left mourning the loss of the pedestrian and grappling with the implications of safety along busy roadways like the 57 Freeway.
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- My News LA: Pedestrian Struck and Killed
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Pedestrian Traffic Safety
- OC Register: Pedestrian Killed on 5 Freeway
- Google News: 57 Freeway Accidents
Author: Anaheim Staff Writer
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