San Jacinto Resident Charles Scott Jr. Fatally Struck on E 1st Street [Cabazon, CA]

Cabazon, CA (October 17, 2024) – Charles Scott Jr, 54, of San Jacinto, was fatally injured following a hit-and-run crash on E 1st Street Tuesday night.

It was about 10:50 p.m. when the deadly traffic accident happened at an Arco gas station.

Police said a 40-year-old Hemet resident used their 2022 GMC Denali to run over the victim. 

Sadly,  Charles Scott Jr was killed at the scene.

Afterward, the suspect immediately fled the scene before the authorities arrived.

Minutes later, the suspect vehicle was again involved in a collision on the eastbound side of Interstate 10 near Main Street in Cabazon.

The 2022 GMC Denali has overturned after colliding with another vehicle.

CHP officers said the suspect driver attempted to flee on foot but was detained. 

Beaumont Police immediately responded to the scene and took the suspect driver into custody.

The suspect driver also received medical treatment for minor injuries.

In the meantime, the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office is investigating further to determine the appropriate charges.

The authorities ask witnesses and anyone with details about this case to call Sergeant Brent Conan at 951-572-3910. You can also submit an anonymous tip at Beaumontpd.org.

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Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones of Charles Scott Jr in this collision. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

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