Pedestrian killed in accident in Concord

CONCORD – A pedestrian was fatally struck by a car early Sunday morning on State Route 242 in Concord, the California High Patrol said in a news release.

CHP officers responded to a car-pedestrian accident on State Route 242 southbound, south of Clayton Road, around 5 a.m.

A burgundy Tesla Model 3 was driving in the fast lane and struck a pedestrian on the road. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver of the Tesla, who remained on scene and is cooperating with police, was not injured.

The accident is currently under investigation. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has additional information is asked to contact the CHP Contra Costa office at (925) 646-4980 or via email at [email protected].