Alma Garcia, Son Killed in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Crash at Foothill Boulevard [Oakland, CA]

Alma Garcia, Son Die in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident at Foothill Boulevard and 26th Avenue

 
OAKLAND, CA (April 15, 2019) – A mother and her child are dead after a hit-and-run driver struck them at Foothill Boulevard and 26th Avenue Saturday night.
 
The fatal hit-and-run not only left two people dead but a man in critical condition.
 
Around 7:20 p.m., a black two-door Mercedes-Benz fatally struck Alma Garcia and her 6-year-old son. In addition, the boy’s 19-year-old uncle suffered critical injuries.
 
It appears all three were in a marked crosswalk when the driver struck them. The vehicle failed to render aid and was spotted fleeing from the collision site.
 
As a result of this devastating crash, authorities are pleading for any witnesses’ help in identifying the vehicle and driver. A husband is also left in despair, immensely missing his family, say reports.
 
A car has been identified but details surrounding whether anyone is in custody is unclear.

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Our hearts break for the family and friends of Alma Garcia and her son. May their loved ones find strength and peace during this delicate time.

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