California Highway Patrol officers were called around 5:03 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, to the scene of the collision on the northbound Antelope Valley (14) Freeway, just north of Avenue N, according to a California Highway Patrol report.
“Preliminary information indicate[s] for unknown reasons, a pedestrian was struck by a semi-truck in the No. 3 lane of northbound SR-14. This traffic collision is still under investigation,” the CHP report states.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not yet been released pending next of kin notification, but he was a Palmdale resident, according to the CHP report. The rig’s driver, 47-year-old Francisco Mosqueda of Palmdale, was not injured in the collision.
“The use of alcohol and/or drugs is not suspected to have been a factor,” the CHP report states.
The CHP would not confirm reports that the pedestrian exited a parked car on the freeway and then jumped in front of the big rig. The incident remains under investigation, and no further information was immediately released.
Anyone with information regarding this crash is encouraged to call Officer J. Alvares at the Antelope Valley Area CHP office at 661-948-8541.
UPDATE: The deceased has been identified at 28-year-old Shomari Rollox, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office. Correction: He was 28, not 29, as previously stated by CHP.
Salty says
Tragic if he did feel as that was his only/best option if he did step in front of the truck but dragging the truck driver into your issues? That human has to carry this guy’s decision the rest of his life. Double shame.
mae singleton says
This is so heartbreaking remember when you first came to NJIT, Such a friendly an kind soul . R.I.P Shomari . Sending my Condolences to the Family and friends
Dani says
Loved ones are coming to this link to learn of a tragic loss and this is where you decide to get on a soapbox? Triple shame on you. Rest in peace Shomari.
Sharaela Riggens says
Please keep your comments to yourself about my cousin. He is gone forever and that’s something my family is struggling to accept. We hate that he made the decision however you have no idea of what he was dealing with.
Tim Scott says
Condolences to you and your family.
Stef says
My condolences to you and your family. I know Shomari, his sister and mom. We went to the same church. I lost touch with them over the years and I am very sorry for your loss.
Elaine says
My heart broke when I first heard that day. My sincere condolences to you and the rest of the family. I too lost a cousin to suicide. Breaks my heart, even now as I write this. May God touch your hearts with comfort and understanding. May your cousin rest in peace.
Jeanine Anderson says
Omg….he lived down the street from me he was renting a room from neighbor…we played pool together and hung out….so sorry for your loss. I thought he was a nice young man
Traffic Investigation says
Suicide.