Two Pedestrians Killed in Vehicle Crashes Sacramento, Stockton

Two fatal pedestrian collisions occurred in California on Wednesday, highlighting ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety. In Sacramento's Lawrence Park neighborhood, a man was struck and later died after being hit by a vehicle on Stockton Boulevard; the driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with police, with an investigation ongoing. Separately, in Stockton, a male pedestrian was fatally hit by a red Dodge Ram on the northbound I-5 near Hammer Lane; he was found deceased at the scene, and the driver also cooperated with authorities. Both incidents caused temporary traffic disruptions while investigations were conducted. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward to assist investigations, and legal experts emphasize the importance of drivers' duty of care toward pedestrians and the potential for wrongful death claims. These events have prompted community and official attention to pedestrian safety measures in affected areas.