Lancaster, California (January 19, 2020) – James Edmonds, 30, has been identified by the coroner’s office as the man who was killed in a pedestrian accident in Lancaster on Wednesday night.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the pedestrian accident happened on the Antelope Valley (14) Freeway.
Mr. Edmonds was reportedly running westbound across the 14 Freeway when he was hit by a northbound 2013 Chevrolet Cruze driven by a 26-year-old Rosamond man.
The motorist told the police he was unable to avoid the collision.
James Edmonds was killed in the accident.
The driver suffered minor injuries and was taken to Antelope Valley Hospital for treatment.
Alcohol and drugs were ruled out as factors in the accident.
No other information was provided.
The authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.