FATAL TRAFFIC COLLISION

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                                                                                          Fatal Traffic Collision

Corona, CA – On Thursday, January 29, 2026, at approximately 7:18 p.m., Corona Police Officers responded to the 2600 block of South Main Street regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.

The preliminary investigation revealed the pedestrian was walking eastbound across South Main Street outside of a designated crosswalk when she was struck by a vehicle traveling northbound. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.  

At this time impairment does not appear to have been a factor in this collision. The cause of the collision remains under investigation.  

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Officer Jacob Westall at 951-817-5784 or Jacob.Westall@CoronaCa.gov

About the City of Corona: Corona is a vibrant, culturally diverse community located in the heart of Southern California at the junction of the 91 and 15 freeways with a population of more than 160,000 residents. For more information regarding the City of Corona, visit www.CoronaCA.gov.

Media Contact

Brandon Palaoro

Sergeant  

951-736-2412

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