BAKERSFIELD, CA - A man was hospitalized Friday morning after being struck by two vehicles in southwest Bakersfield, according to police.
Bakersfield police were called out at approximately 6 a.m. for a vehicle versus pedestrian accident at Gosford Road and White Lane.
Police said A 31-year-old man was crossing Gosford when he was hit by Dodge pickup, thrown into another lane, and hit by gray Ford pickup. Both drivers reportedly exited their vehicles to aid the pedestrian. The name of the pedestrian has not yet been released. He was taken to the hospital with major injuries. He was not in the crosswalk at the time, according to BPD.
Police said that alcohol, drugs, or speed do not appear to be a factor for the drivers in this case.
Northbound lanes were closed for several hours, but have since been re-opened. An investigation is ongoing.
Bakersfield police were called out at approximately 6 a.m. for a vehicle versus pedestrian accident at Gosford Road and White Lane.
Police said A 31-year-old man was crossing Gosford when he was hit by Dodge pickup, thrown into another lane, and hit by gray Ford pickup. Both drivers reportedly exited their vehicles to aid the pedestrian. The name of the pedestrian has not yet been released. He was taken to the hospital with major injuries. He was not in the crosswalk at the time, according to BPD.
Police said that alcohol, drugs, or speed do not appear to be a factor for the drivers in this case.
Northbound lanes were closed for several hours, but have since been re-opened. An investigation is ongoing.