Fatal Pedestrian Incident Reported in Long Beach

Overview of the September 25, 2025 Incident

A pedestrian was struck and killed Thursday evening, September 25, 2025, on the northbound 405 to northbound 710 transition road in Long Beach. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), officers responded at approximately 9:24 p.m. and located the victim lying on the side of the connector road. Despite emergency efforts, the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the name, age, or gender of the victim.

To facilitate a thorough investigation, the transition road was closed for approximately three and a half hours. As of this writing, the cause of the collision remains under investigation. The CHP has not yet announced whether factors such as speed, driver impairment, lighting conditions, visibility, or road design contributed to the crash.

What We Know and What Remains Under Review

Freeway connectors and transition roads pose unique safety challenges. They often feature reduced shoulders, curvature, higher traffic speeds, and limited sight distances. When a pedestrian is present on this type of roadway—whether due to a disabled vehicle, an emergency, or other circumstances—risk escalates for both the pedestrian and approaching drivers.

While the investigation is ongoing, authorities commonly evaluate the following in pedestrian freeway collisions:
- Driver-related factors: distraction, impairment, fatigue, speed