Investigators walk behind the Toyota that hit a pedestrian in Vista. (Photo courtesy of OnScene.TV)
Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a fatal collision in Vista Friday night that left a pedestrian dead.
Deputies received a report of the incident at about 8:14 p.m. in the 300 block of South Melrose Drive, according to the Vista Sheriff’s Station. According to deputies, a gray Toyota RAV4 SUV struck a pedestrian who was found lying in a northbound lane.
After paramedics attempted to save the victim, the person was transported to the hospital but pronounced dead at 8:45 p.m.
The driver of the SUV remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Authorities said drugs and alcohol were not factors in the crash.
The Vista Sheriff’s Station Traffic Unit is still investigating. Anyone with information is asked to call the station at (760) 940-4551.
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