A serious incident occurred today at the intersection of Hall Road and Las Lomas Drive in Watsonville, CA, where a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle around 5:30 AM. Witnesses reported that the vehicle involved ran over the pedestrian and dragged them before stopping.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene. A family member of the pedestrian attempted to check on their condition and stop oncoming traffic. Upon arrival, emergency responders found the pedestrian unconscious in the roadway.
The intersection experienced significant traffic disruption, leading to lane closures as authorities managed the situation. Fire services were also called to assist, and the coroner was notified to handle the incident appropriately.
Throughout the morning, emergency vehicles were able to navigate through the closure to ensure that critical services remained operational. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident is ongoing, with reports suggesting the possibility of an unknown second vehicle being involved.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes to reduce congestion. The community is deeply affected by this incident, and our thoughts are with those involved during this challenging time.