Pedestrian killed in collision with van at Fourth Avenue and E Street in Chula Vista, California
Man struck, killed in Chula Vista crosswalk
Authorities said the pedestrian was in the crosswalk, but it was not immediately clear whether he or the motorist had the right of way at the time. Police said the collision was so strong it sent the victim flying about 20 feet in the air before he hit the ground.
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