Pedestrian Killed in Early Morning Collision on Walnut Creek Commute Route

The fatal crash occurred on Ygnacio Valley Road, a major East Bay bypass, with the driver remaining at the scene and cooperating with police.

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a car on Ygnacio Valley Road in Walnut Creek around 6:25 a.m. Friday morning.
The driver called 911, stayed at the scene, and is cooperating with the ongoing police investigation.
The incident occurred near the intersection of Oak Grove Road, a key commute bypass for drivers heading toward Interstate 680 and Highway 24.
Authorities have not yet identified the pedestrian, pending notification of family members.
Police issued an advisory for drivers to avoid the area, though the scene was cleared by 9 a.m.; it is unclear if wet roads from stormy weather contributed to the crash.