Pedestrian struck by three vehicles on Southbound 99, killed, CHP say

CHP responded to a vehicle vs pedestrian around at 6:04 A.M., on southbound 99 near the Atwater/Merced Expressway.

The pedestrian, possibly transient, was struck after running across Highway 99. The pedestrian was struck at least two times after.

Traffic was diverted soon after.

All drivers involved stayed on scene, according to Sgt. Danny Bowen.