Fatal Pedestrian Accident Garden Grove 22 Freeway, Magnolia Street

WESTMINSTER, Calif., (May 18, 2026) — A tragic accident claimed the life of a pedestrian following a collision Monday night with a vehicle on the westbound State Route 22 near Magnolia Street in Garden Grove.

The incident occurred on May 18th at approximately 8:31 p.m. in Garden Grove, as detailed in the California Highway Patrol’s report. The pedestrian was reportedly struck by a pink Lexus sedan in the center divider. Emergency responders, including fire personnel, arrived on the scene shortly after the collision. The lanes were completely stopped to facilitate emergency operations and investigation.

The Orange County Coroner’s office was notified, indicating the fatal nature of the incident. The identity of the deceased pedestrian has not been released, pending notification of next of kin.

Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances leading to the collision. They are urging anyone with information or who witnessed the incident to come forward to aid in the ongoing investigation.

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