Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Tractor-Trailer on I-80 in Solano County

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Fatal Collision on Interstate Highway 80

A woman was fatally struck by a tractor-trailer early Sunday morning on Interstate Highway 80 in Solano County, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

Details of the Incident

The incident took place at approximately 12:50 a.m. in the westbound lanes of I-80, just east of the Cordelia Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility scales. The pedestrian was hit by a 2015 Peterbilt truck while in the number six lane, which is the far-right lane of the highway.

Response and Initial Findings

CHP officers responded to the scene where they found the woman deceased. According to the CHP, the truck's 59-year-old driver, a resident of Oakley, pulled into the vehicle scales believing he had struck a box or another object rather than a person.

Investigation into the Crash

Investigators examined the truck and discovered radiator damage, as well as physical evidence allegedly connecting it to the collision. The driver reportedly entered the westbound lanes after merging onto Interstate 80 from State Highway 12.

No Evidence of Impairment

The California Highway Patrol indicated that drugs or alcohol were not believed to have been factors in this solano county crash. The investigation into the truck driver investigation and collision was continuing as of Sunday.

Ongoing Enforcement and Safety

This incident highlights concerns regarding highway safety and continued vigilance around traffic fatality investigations on major routes, such as interstate highway 80. Authorities have not released further information about the victim or additional circumstances surrounding the woman struck tractor trailer incident.

Source: kron4.com.