CARLSBAD, Calif. – On April 2, 2025, at approximately 4:57 a.m., the Carlsbad Police Department responded to a traffic collision in the 6600 block of Carlsbad Boulevard involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
Preliminary investigation indicates that a vehicle traveling northbound on Carlsbad Boulevard, just north of Island Way, struck a male pedestrian who was standing in the roadway. The driver immediately stopped, rendered aid and called 911.
Upon arrival, officers initiated CPR on the pedestrian until personnel from the Carlsbad Fire Department arrived and took over with advanced life-saving efforts. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital for their injuries.
Despite these efforts, the pedestrian succumbed to their injuries as a result of the collision. Their identity has not yet been confirmed, and Investigators are working to positively identify the pedestrian.
The cause of the collision remains under investigation. Currently, alcohol or drugs are not believed to be a factor in this case.
The Carlsbad Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has additional information is encouraged to contact Traffic Accident Investigator Adam Bentley.
For more information
Adam Bentley, Traffic Accident Investigator, 442-339-5559 or adam.bentley@carlsbadca.gov
