North Hollywood, CA (April 12, 2026) – A vehicle struck pedestrians early Sunday morning in North Hollywood, killing one person and injuring two others. The incident happened around 2:30 a.m. On April 12, in the 6100 block of Colfax Avenue. Emergency services responded to a report of two people struck by a vehicle. Upon arrival, crews discovered one victim in the road, who was pronounced dead at the scene. A second pedestrian who was hit was transported to a hospital, but their condition remains unconfirmed. The driver involved was transported to a hospital and is cooperating with investigators. Footage from the scene revealed several damaged vehicles and visible damage to a nearby house on Colfax Avenue, a stretch lacking sidewalks. The precise sequence of events prior to the crash has not been made public. Officials are still probing the reason for the incident, with further information to be shared once it is obtained. We extend our sympathies to the family and friends of the victim. Risks of Pedestrian Crashes in Residential Areas Lacking Sidewalks. In areas without sidewalks, pedestrians typically walk near the road. This can heighten the risk of collisions, particularly at night when visibility is reduced. Drivers might have less time to respond if pedestrians are walking along the roadside.
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