[01-11-2026] Kern County, CA – Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Vehicle on S. H St. in Bakersfield

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle early Sunday morning in southeast Bakersfield on January 11, 2026, in the 4200 block of S. H Street, near White Lane.

Officers from the Bakersfield Police Department arrived at the scene at 1:51 a.m. to find a male pedestrian lying in the roadway. Medical personnel declared the pedestrian dead at the scene. The pedestrian’s identity will be released pending the notification of next of kin.

Preliminary investigations reveal that a gray Nissan sedan, traveling northbound on S. H Street, struck the pedestrian, who was outside of a crosswalk at the time.

The driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene and fully cooperated with law enforcement. Officials from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed that neither speed nor impairment was a factor in the crash.

The cause of the accident remains under investigation.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

• Check yourself for any injuries.
• Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
• Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
• Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
• Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
• Seek immediate medical attention.
• Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.