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Pedestrian Killed on Malibu’s PCH as City Spotlights New Safety Measures

Officials tout a $19 million traffic-signal project they say will curb speeds.

Overview

  • The pedestrian was struck near Winding Way around 7:30 p.m. Monday, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
  • Investigators report the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated, with no preliminary indication of drugs, alcohol or speeding.
  • All lanes between East Winding Way and West Winding Way were closed for several hours before reopening.
  • Authorities have not released the victim’s identity as the investigation continues.
  • City leaders plan to spotlight a $19 million signal-synchronization corridor linking 12 lights, with a ribbon cutting Wednesday, alongside plans for automated speed cameras, temporary roundabouts, and new Caltrans markings and crosswalks.