Forty‑two‑year‑old Marcus Edmonds was tragically killed early Thursday morning after being struck by a vehicle on the Hollywood (101) Freeway. According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal collision occurred at approximately 12:42 a.m. on April 9, 2026, near the Gower Street on‑ramp in Hollywood.
CHP officials reported that Edmonds was on foot in the area when he was hit by at least one vehicle traveling northbound on the 101 Freeway. Responding officers located him lying in the No. 4 lane upon arrival. Emergency personnel confirmed that he had sustained fatal injuries.
Authorities stated that Edmonds was pronounced deceased at the scene. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner later identified him publicly and confirmed that he died from blunt traumatic injuries consistent with being struck by a vehicle.
Investigators have not released details regarding the vehicle or vehicles involved, and no information has been provided about the driver. CHP has not indicated whether impairment, speed, or visibility played a role in the collision. The investigation remains ongoing as officers continue to review evidence from the scene.
The crash occurred on a heavily traveled stretch of the Hollywood Freeway, where pedestrian incidents are rare but often fatal due to high speeds and limited lighting. CHP officers temporarily restricted traffic in the area while conducting their on‑scene investigation and documenting roadway evidence.
Edmonds’ death has drawn attention to the dangers pedestrians face near freeway on‑ramps and high‑speed corridors. Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has information about the involved vehicle to contact the California Highway Patrol as the investigation continues.