![[06-18-2025] Semi-Truck Driver Struck and Killed in Collision on Pier T Avenue in Long Beach](https://ak1.to//lxM.webp)
A semi-truck driver was struck and killed in a collision involving another truck in Long Beach on Wednesday morning, June 18, 2025.
According to the Long Beach Police Department, officers responded to the 2600 block of Pier T Avenue around 6:40 a.m. to investigate a reported traffic collision.
Long Beach Fire Department paramedics were already treating the victim upon arrival, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators determined the man had parked his semi-truck along the south curb of Pier T Avenue and exited the vehicle, standing near the engine compartment. The force of the collision caused the man to fall, after which he was run over by his own truck.
The identity of the victim has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin. The driver of the second semi remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.
There is no additional information immediately available.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
![[03-22-2026] Fresno County, CA – Man Killed in Crash on I-5 Near Coalinga](https://accidentnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/03-22-2026-Fresno-County-CA-–-Man-Killed-in-Crash-on-I-5-Near-Coalinga.webp)
![[03-24-2026] Riverside County, CA – Woman Killed, Man Seriously Injured After Being Hit By Vehicle While Bicycling in Banning](https://accidentnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/03-24-2026-Riverside-County-CA-–-Woman-Killed-Man-Seriously-Injured-After-Being-Hit-By-Vehicle-While-Bicycling-in-Banning.webp)
![[03-24-2026] San Mateo County, CA – Two People Injured in Fiery Crash on I-280 in Redwood City](https://accidentnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/03-24-2026-San-Mateo-County-CA-–-Two-People-Injured-in-Fiery-Crash-on-I-280-in-Redwood-Cit.webp)
