Pedestrian crash hotspots in Murrieta, CA
72 pedestrian crashes were reported in Murrieta from 2021–2025, 13 of them serious or fatal (9 fatal). Below are the spots where they keep happening, what usually goes wrong at each one, and what to watch for.
Also: Bike crash hotspots in Murrieta (146 crashes)
How people on foot get hit in Murrieta
- 36% involved a driver turning, 8% turning left.
- 42% of the people hit were in a crosswalk at an intersection.
- 21% were crossing away from a crosswalk.
- 25% happened after dark.
Where pedestrian crashes cluster
Spots with 3 or more reported crashes within about 250 m, worst first.
1. California Oaks Rd & Cal Oaks Plaza
4 crashes · 1 serious or fatal · 1 fatalDrivers turning right into people crossing
In 3 of 4 crashes a driver was turning right. 3 of 4 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them. Traffic is posted at about 45 mph.
- → Watch for drivers turning right, including on a red light. They look left for traffic and often miss people on their right, so make eye contact before you step out.
- → Traffic is fast here. Use signalized crossings rather than crossing mid-block.
2. Clinton Keith Rd & Mcelwain Rd
4 crashes · 1 serious or fatalDrivers turning right into people crossing
In 2 of 4 crashes a driver was turning right. 2 of 4 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them. Traffic is posted at about 45 mph.
- → Watch for drivers turning right, including on a red light. They look left for traffic and often miss people on their right, so make eye contact before you step out.
- → Traffic is fast here. Use signalized crossings rather than crossing mid-block.
3. Nighthawk Way & Washington Ave
3 crashesA mix of crash types
Of 3 people hit here, 3 were in a crosswalk at the intersection.
- → No single crash pattern stands out here. Cross with the signal, and check for turning drivers before you step out.
4. Murrieta Hot Springs Rd & Madison Ave
3 crashesDrivers turning right into people crossing
In 2 of 3 crashes a driver was turning right. 2 of 3 people were in the crosswalk at the intersection: having the right of way didn't protect them. Traffic is posted at about 45 mph.
- → Watch for drivers turning right, including on a red light. They look left for traffic and often miss people on their right, so make eye contact before you step out.
- → Traffic is fast here. Use signalized crossings rather than crossing mid-block.
Pedestrian crashes in Murrieta by year
| Year | Crashes | Serious/fatal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 14 | 5 | |
| 2022 | 12 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 19 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 20 | 5 | |
| 2025 | 7 | 1 |
Common questions about Murrieta
- Where do the most pedestrian crashes happen in Murrieta?
- The worst spot is California Oaks Rd & Cal Oaks Plaza, with 4 reported pedestrian crashes from 2021–2025, 1 of them serious or fatal. Next are Clinton Keith Rd & Mcelwain Rd (4) and Nighthawk Way & Washington Ave (3).
- How many pedestrians were killed in Murrieta?
- 9 crashes killed someone in 72 reported pedestrian crashes in Murrieta from 2021–2025, and 13 left someone seriously hurt or killed.
- How do pedestrians usually get hit in Murrieta?
- 36% involved a driver turning, 8% turning left. 42% of the people hit were in a crosswalk at an intersection. 21% were crossing away from a crosswalk. 25% happened after dark.
- How many pedestrian crashes happen in Murrieta each year?
- Reported pedestrian crashes with map locations: 2021: 14, 2022: 12, 2023: 19, 2024: 20, 2025: 7. The latest year can rise as late reports come in.
- Where does this data come from?
- Police crash reports in the California Crash Reporting System (CCRS), published by the state on data.ca.gov. Only crashes reported with map coordinates are counted, so the real totals are higher.
Nearby cities
Source: California Crash Reporting System (CCRS), 2021–2025. Only crashes reported with map coordinates are counted, and many city police reports have none, so these numbers are lower than the real total. Crashes on freeways are left out. Busy streets show more crashes partly because more people use them. Data last rebuilt 2026-09-23. How the data works.