Bakersfield, CA – In the early hours of Sunday, August 30, 2025, a fatal pedestrian accident occurred on the eastbound State Route 58 on-ramp near Mill Street, according to logs from CHP Fatal.
The Kern County Sheriff’s Office first received reports of the accident around 1:42 AM when a male pedestrian was found lying on the right-hand shoulder of the roadway.
Emergency responders confirmed the pedestrian had no pulse and pronounced the individual deceased at the scene. Officers worked quickly to secure the area, directing eastbound traffic off the Mill Street on-ramp and implementing a hard closure in coordination with Caltrans to prevent further incidents.
Authorities also noted the presence of a nearby van, though it was not immediately connected to the fatality. Fire personnel reported the vehicle fully engulfed in flames along the right-hand shoulder, complicating the response efforts.
Officials have not released the identity of the deceased pedestrian while the family is being notified, and no additional details about the circumstances surrounding the incident are available at this time.
Pedestrian Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Drivers have a Duty of Care towards pedestrians, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for bicyclists with whom they share the road and, if a fatal collision occurs, staying with the victim, alerting emergency responders, and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
For those who lose a loved one in a pedestrian accident, filing a Wrongful Death claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, and other related damages.
Should the at-fault driver avoid legal consequences, compensation might still be available through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Consulting with a personal injury attorney can help determine the best options in such cases.
