CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Corpus Christi community is mourning the loss of 35-year-old Brodrick Johnson, who was killed in a pedestrian accident Monday morning on Saratoga Boulevard. The Nueces County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed Johnson’s identity following the incident.

According to the Corpus Christi Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately 4:49 a.m. to the 3900 block of Saratoga Boulevard after reports of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. First responders found Johnson in the roadway, and medics from the Corpus Christi Fire Department immediately provided aid before transporting him to a local hospital. Tragically, Johnson succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival.

Investigators determined that Johnson had crossed Saratoga Boulevard outside of a marked crosswalk, where he was struck by a westbound vehicle. The driver involved remained at the scene and is cooperating fully with authorities.

Westbound traffic near Weber Road and Saratoga Boulevard was temporarily closed as the Corpus Christi Police Traffic Division conducted a full investigation and processed the scene. The roadway was reopened at 8:30 a.m. following the completion of initial evidence collection.

Senior Officer Antonio Contreras of CCPD stressed the importance of pedestrian safety and urged residents to remain vigilant when crossing roadways, particularly in areas without marked crosswalks or pedestrian signals.

This heartbreaking incident highlights the dangers faced by pedestrians and the critical need for careful attention by both drivers and those on foot. The Corpus Christi community mourns the untimely death of Brodrick Johnson, and authorities continue to investigate all circumstances surrounding the collision.

Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Corpus Christi Police Department to assist in the ongoing investigation.