Fatal Crash in Malibu on Pacific Coast Highway, Mulholland Highway

Steven Griffith, 44, Killed in Crash on SR1 Near Mulholland Highway

WEST VALLEY, Calif., (May 4, 2026) — A fatal pedestrian accident occurred early Monday morning on Pacific Coast Highway near Mulholland Highway in Malibu, claiming the life of Steven Griffith, 44.

The incident was reported on May 4th at approximately 4:36 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, which is located at State Route 1 and Mulholland Highway.

Authorities initiated a SigAlert, closing multiple lanes to facilitate the investigation and emergency response. The northbound lanes of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and the southbound No. 1 lane were affected, with the closure expected to last approximately 90 minutes.

The Los Angeles County Coroner’s office was notified and an investigator was en route, though reportedly delayed by traffic. The identity of the deceased pedestrian was later released as 44-year-old Steven Griffith.

The CHP has not released further details regarding the vehicles involved or the circumstances leading up to the collision. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and authorities urge any witnesses to come forward with information that might assist in their inquiries.

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