Concord, CA (November 16, 2025) – Authorities have identified the man who was struck and killed while crossing a busy Concord roadway Sunday night as 55-year-old Anthony Rizotto, according to the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office.
Accident Details: The fatal collision occurred around 8 p.m. at the intersection of Monument Boulevard and Reganti Drive. Police say Rizotto was attempting to cross Monument Boulevard when he was hit by a passing vehicle. It remains unclear whether he was within a marked crosswalk or was crossing mid-block at the time of impact.
Rizotto died at the scene from his injuries. Authorities noted that he had no listed city of residence.
The driver involved remained at the location and cooperated fully with responding officers. No arrests have been made.
Investigation: Concord police are continuing to examine the circumstances that led to the collision. Investigators will evaluate multiple factors to understand how the crash occurred, including:
- Pedestrian positioning. Determining where Rizotto was walking (inside a crosswalk, at the intersection, or elsewhere along Monument Boulevard) is a key element in assessing right-of-way.
- Driver behavior. Officers will analyze whether the driver was traveling at a safe speed, paying attention to the roadway, and maintaining proper lookout for pedestrians.
- Lighting and visibility. Since the crash occurred after dark, investigators will examine street lighting, headlight illumination, and any sightline obstructions that may have affected visibility for both the pedestrian and the driver.
- Scene evidence. Roadway markings, debris, and the vehicle’s stopping point will help establish the pedestrian’s location at impact and estimate the driver’s reaction time.
- Witness statements and video footage. Interviews with bystanders and nearby surveillance footage may help clarify the sequence of events and confirm how the pedestrian entered the roadway.
Accident reconstruction is often utilized in fatal pedestrian collisions to analyze speed, movement, and visual perception, helping investigators determine whether the crash resulted from driver error, pedestrian actions, or a combination of factors.
Legal Considerations: Drivers must remain alert, reduce speed when necessary, and watch for pedestrians. Pedestrians, in turn, must cross safely and avoid stepping into traffic unexpectedly.
If the investigation determines that the driver failed to exercise reasonable care, such as by speeding, failing to maintain a proper lookout, or not adjusting to nighttime visibility, these actions could be considered negligent.
In fatal collisions caused by negligence, surviving family members may have grounds to pursue a wrongful death claim, which can help recover funeral expenses, loss of support, and emotional damages.
If evidence shows the pedestrian was outside a crosswalk or crossed against traffic signals, California’s comparative negligence system may apply, allowing fault to be divided based on each party’s level of responsibility.
The ongoing investigation will help determine how liability is assessed.
My heartfelt condolences go out to Anthony Rizotto’s family, friends, and community members grieving his loss.
Source: Mercury News