Tragic Crash on I-10 Freeway at Pepper Avenue in Colton

Tragic Accident on Freeway in Colton Results in a SigAlert A pedestrian fatality occurred in Colton early Monday at the eastbound Interstate 10 Freeway and the Pepper Avenue on-ramp, leading to an extended closure and a SigAlert, as confirmed by authorities. The incident was reported on December 15 shortly after 6 a.m., based on information from California Highway Patrol logs. The report mentioned a driver in a black Ford F-150 pickup truck calling 911 to report, "I just hit someone in the middle of the freeway." Upon arrival, officers determined the collision was fatal. Additionally, a driver in a silver Toyota Camry pulled over to the side, potentially a witness to the accident. Following investigation, the Pepper Avenue on-ramp to eastbound I-10 was closed, with all traffic temporarily coming to a halt. Caltrans arranged for lane closures on the freeway, permitting the first through third lanes to remain open while closing the No. 4 lane and the on-ramp. A SigAlert was declared approximately at 7:16 a.m. and was anticipated to stay in effect for about four hours. Colton police aided in traffic management while Caltrans teams directed vehicles off the freeway and activated variable message signs to alert drivers to the closures. The victim's identity has not been disclosed, and the circumstances surrounding the accident are being looked into by the CHP. For legal inquiries or assistance, call 1-800-208-3538 to reach Attorney James Johnson at Johnson Attorneys Group. If you were harmed in this incident, contact us, and we will obtain the police report and review your options. You are not obligated to hire us, and our services are provided with no upfront costs unless we secure a successful outcome. Our personal injury law firm proudly supports Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).