Google Maps screenshot of East 4th Street and Obispo Avenue. 

UPDATE | The pedestrian killed in a traffic accident Saturday night in Belmont Heights has been identified as a Long Beach man, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office.

Authorities had previously stated 79-year-old John Solone of Long Beach was an Indio resident.

PREVIOUSLY: Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Vehicle in Bluff Heights Neighborhood

On 10/17/16 at 11:34AM | A 79-year-old Indio resident died on Saturday, October 15 after he was hit by a car when crossing an intersection in Long Beach’s Bluff Heights neighborhood, officials said.

Officers responded to a call regarding an injury traffic collision at 4th Street and Obispo Avenue at about 10:26PM, according to the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD).

A 2003 Honda Civic was traveling east on 4th Street when it hit the pedestrian. According to witness statements, the pedestrian was crossing the street on an unmarked crosswalk, officials stated.

The Long Beach Fire Department (LBFD) pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. The 55-year-old driver remained at the intersection.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call L.B.P.D Collision Investigations Detective Steve Fox at (562) 570-7355. Anonymous tips may be submitted through “LA Crime Stoppers” by calling 1 (800) 222-TIPS (8477), downloading the “P3 Tips” app to your smart phone (available at the Apple App store and Google Play), or visiting www.LACrimeStoppers.org.

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