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78-Year-Old Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck in Irvine
Irvine, CA (August 19, 2026) — 78-year-old Jinshui Li of Irvine died after a Chevrolet pickup struck him while he crossed the road near Meadowood and Yale Avenue around 10 a.m. Monday, according to the Irvine Police Department.
Police identified the pedestrian as Li. The crash happened in an unmarked crosswalk. Emergency responders transported Li to a hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
The Irvine Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team is investigating the collision. Authorities have not released information about the pickup driver.
Sweet Lawyers extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Jinshui Li during this difficult time.
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