Samuel Stultz Fatally Struck While Running Across 210 Freeway in Irwindale

Irwindale, CA (October 4, 2024) – Samuel Stultz, 39, has been identified by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner as the man who was fatally struck by a vehicle in Irwindale on Thursday afternoon.

The incident occurred on the 210 Freeway near Irwindale Avenue around 2:40 p.m. on October 1. According to the California Highway Patrol, Stultz was attempting to run across the freeway when he was hit by a passing vehicle.

Stultz was pronounced dead at the scene.

The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

• The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
• The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
• Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
• Road closures and traffic updates related to the accident scene can be found by checking with local authorities or traffic monitoring services.

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