Pedestrian Killed After Being Hit by Car on Westbound Highway 180 in Fresno
A man died Monday morning, October 26, 2026, after being struck by a car on westbound Highway 180 near Cedar Avenue in Fresno, according to the CHP. Traffic was slowed in the area during the investigation.
A man was killed Monday morning, October 26, 2026, when he was hit by a car on westbound Highway 180 in Fresno, according to the California Highway Patrol as reported by FOX26 (KMPH).
What happened
The CHP said it received the first call at about 7:09 a.m. about a person struck by a car on westbound Highway 180 near Cedar Avenue. Officers found a man on the side of the road. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation
Initial findings show that the driver of a GMC Terrain was traveling west on Highway 180 when the vehicle hit the man. Officers believe he was walking on the highway. The CHP had not released the man's identity. The sources reviewed did not say whether the driver was arrested or whether drugs or alcohol were involved, and the investigation was ongoing.
Traffic impact
FOX26 reported that traffic slowed on Highway 180 because of the fatal crash. We did not confirm lane closures or reopening times.
Source: FOX26 / KMPH, October 26, 2026: Man dead after hit by car on Highway 180. This story will be updated if the CHP releases more verified details.
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