Natomas, CA - Pedestrian Killed, Driver Injured in Collision on Del Paso Rd

Natomas, CA (August 7, 2025) – A pedestrian has died and a driver was hospitalized after a crash in Natomas on Wednesday, according to the Sacramento Police Department.

Officers responded to the report of a crash involving a pedestrian around 3:15 p.m. near the intersection of Del Paso and El Centro Roads. Officials said the adult pedestrian died from their injuries.

The driver who hit them was taken to an area hospital for their injuries. Police said they displayed signs of intoxication. However, no further details were released at this time, and an investigation is still ongoing.

We extend our deepest condolences to the deceased victim's loved ones. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family members.

Pedestrian Accidents in California

California consistently ranks among the most dangerous states for pedestrians, with thousands of people injured every year in preventable accidents. Whether walking through dense intersections or along the edge of busy roadways, pedestrians face constant threats from traffic that often prioritizes speed over safety. Contributing factors include distracted driving, wide multi-lane roads, and outdated urban infrastructure—all of which make navigating the state on foot a serious hazard.

To understand why walking in California can be so dangerous, consider several often-overlooked risk factors:

• Distracted Driving: Commercial districts and shopping areas attract large volumes of both cars and foot traffic. Drivers scanning for signs, storefronts, or parking spots frequently overlook pedestrians in crosswalks or stepping off curbs.

• Insufficient Stopping Distance: Even at moderate speeds, vehicles need far more space to stop than many assume. A car traveling at 35 mph requires more than 100 feet to come to a complete stop—leaving little room for error if someone suddenly enters the roadway.

• Poor Road Design: Arterial roads with multiple lanes often lack safe, well-marked crossing points. Without frequent crosswalks, pedestrians may be forced to cross at dangerous mid-block locations, while drivers remain focused on other vehicles rather than foot traffic.

• Failure to Yield the Right-of-Way: Many drivers either miss faded crosswalk markings or misunderstand pedestrian priority laws, leading to preventable and often severe collisions.

• Outdated Infrastructure: Older neighborhoods and city centers still operate with pedestrian-unfriendly designs—featuring short signal times, worn crosswalks, missing curb ramps, and minimal protective features for those on foot.

If you or someone close to you has been hit by a vehicle, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and emotional suffering. Navigating the aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. A knowledgeable pedestrian accident attorney can protect your rights, gather crucial evidence, and advocate for the financial recovery you deserve.

At Countrywide Trial Lawyers, our Los Angeles-based team is committed to representing injured pedestrians across California. Founding attorney Shawn S. Rokni brings valuable insight from his years working with insurance companies—an advantage he now uses to advocate for accident victims. Our pedestrian accident lawyers understand the tactics insurers use to undervalue claims, and we push back to pursue full and fair compensation.

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