Pedestrian killed in early morning collision near Richmond

One person died after a vehicle struck them early this morning just outside of Richmond, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The incident occurred around 5:40 a.m. near the corner of Montalvin Drive and Lettia Road in unincorporated Contra Costa County.

According to CHP spokesman Officer Herman Baza, the victim was taken to the hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The driver of the vehicle that struck him stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigation, Baza said.

The Contra Costa County coroner is working to identify the victim.