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Pedestrian Killed in Crash on Crenshaw Boulevard at Rosecrans Avenue
Hawthorne, CA – April 29 — A pedestrian lost their life after being struck by a vehicle on Crenshaw Boulevard in Hawthorne on Tuesday afternoon, according to the California Highway Patrol. The fatal collision occurred at approximately 1:35 p.m. on southbound Crenshaw Boulevard at the intersection with Rosecrans Avenue. Initial reports indicate that a vehicle hit a pedestrian in the roadway, though investigators have not yet released details about what led up to the incident. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not disclosed the victim’s identity, pending notification of family members. Information about the driver involved has also not been made public, and no arrests have been reported. Emergency personnel responded to the scene and worked to secure the area, resulting in a significant law enforcement presence. The crash prompted the issuance of a SigAlert, affecting both northbound and southbound lanes of Crenshaw Boulevard and causing major traffic delays in the area.