Isaac James Palacio Obituary, Death: Isaac James Palacio, a 25-year-old Redding resident, was identified by the Shasta County Coroner’s Office as the pedestrian killed in a vehicle collision near Interstate 5 and East Cypress Avenue early on Sunday, November 17.
According to authorities, the incident occurred at approximately 5:45 a.m. Emergency responders arrived at the northbound lanes of I-5 near E. Cypress Avenue following reports of a vehicle striking a pedestrian. Tragically, Palacio was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the Shasta County Coroner’s Office are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash. No additional details have been released regarding the events leading up to the collision or the driver involved.
Officials encourage anyone with information about the incident to contact the CHP as the investigation remains ongoing. This tragic event highlights the ongoing risks pedestrians face in areas with heavy traffic, and authorities are working diligently to uncover the facts behind Palacio’s untimely death.