On April 15, 2014, at approximately 10:06 a.m., a vehicle vs. pedestrian traffic collision occurred on Columbia Way, south of Lakewood Blvd. The collision occurred when a 93 year old male resident of Downey, was stopped on his electric scooter on the west sidewalk of Columbia Way. As the pedestrian attempted to cross Columbia Way eastbound, he was struck by a 2014 Honda Accord which was being driven southbound on Columbia Way by a 40 year old male resident of Downey.
The pedestrian was transported to a local area hospital where he was pronounced deceased upon arrival. The driver and his passenger were not injured as a result of the collision.
The collision is still under investigation. Anyone with information regarding the collision should contact Detective Edwards at (562) 904-2339 or Sergeant Miller at (562) 904-2342.
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