Hesperia, CA (February 20, 2026) – Authorities have identified 48-year-old John Hewitt of Victorville as the bicyclist killed in a traffic collision at US Highway 395 and Joshua Street in Hesperia.
Incident Details: The crash occurred around 5:28 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026. Deputies and San Bernardino County Fire personnel responded to the intersection of Highway 395 and Joshua Street and found Hewitt unresponsive in the roadway. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to preliminary findings, Hewitt was riding his bicycle when a Subaru struck him. The impact knocked him to the ground, and while he was on the roadway, he was subsequently struck by a Toyota Camry. Both drivers remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.
Investigation: The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T.) is leading the investigation. Detectives will work to determine the sequence of impacts, vehicle speeds, visibility conditions at the early morning hour, and whether either driver had the opportunity to avoid the collision.
Investigators will likely examine traffic signal timing, roadway lighting, skid marks, vehicle damage, and any available surveillance or dash camera footage. Authorities may also evaluate whether distraction, impairment, or failure to yield contributed to the crash. The findings will help determine whether any traffic violations or negligence played a role in Hewitt’s death.
Legal Considerations: Bicycle collisions often involve complex liability questions, particularly when multiple vehicles are involved. Investigators must determine whether the first driver failed to maintain a proper lookout or yield, and whether the second driver had sufficient time and distance to avoid striking Hewitt after he was knocked into the roadway.
If evidence shows that either driver acted negligently, civil liability may follow. Hewitt’s surviving family members may have grounds to pursue a wrongful death claim seeking compensation for funeral expenses, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship. When more than one driver contributes to a fatal collision, responsibility may be shared depending on each party’s degree of fault.
My sincere condolences go out to the family and loved ones of John Hewitt during this tragic and difficult time.
Source: Victor Valley News