14-year-old Bicyclist Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash at 35th Avenue near Fruitvale BART Station (Oakland, CA)

14-year-old Bicyclist Critical after Hit-and-Run Collision in Oakland

OAKLAND, CA (January 03, 2019) – A 14-year-old male bicyclist is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday afternoon in Oakland.

According to the Oakland police, the incident occurred at about 12:23 p.m. Wednesday in the 1100 block of 35th Avenue near the Fruitvale BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) Station.

The teen was reportedly hit by a gold Honda, and then he was stuck underneath the vehicle. The vehicle dragged the victim four blocks from the initial collision site until it stopped in the 900 block of 34th Avenue, where the teen was able to finally dislodge himself from the undercarriage.

The driver and his female passenger drove away afterward. The police said the suspect vehicle was found abandoned nearby.

The teen was taken to the hospital with broken bones and internal injuries. He was reported to be in critical condition.

The Oakland Police Department and the Crime Stoppers of Oakland are now offering a reward of up to $5, 000 for any information leading to an arrest in this case. Anyone who has witnessed the incident is urged to call OPD’s Traffic Investigative Section at (510) 777-8570.

Every year, thousands of people are injured and innocent lives are lost due to distracted driving. If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings, and do not engage in any non-driving activity which creates a potential distraction. If you are a pedestrian or riding a bicycle, always be on the lookout for oncoming vehicles and stick to pedestrian or bicycle lanes. Abiding by all traffic laws and observing safety precautions can help prevent an unforeseen accident and keep yourself and others safe.

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