Skateboarder Eben Edgar Hammond Jr Dies in Hit-And-Run Crash on Road 427 in Oakhurst
Oakhurst, CA (July 8, 2021) – Thursday night, a 20-year-old skateboarder Eben Edgar Hammond Jr. died in a hit-and-run crash on Road 427.
The fatal hit-and-run crash in Oakhurst happened on July 8, east of Elliott Drive.
The California Highway Patrol is asking for help in finding the driver of an SUV involved in the fatal collision.
Reportedly, Hammond Jr. was riding west along with two friends when an SUV driver approached from the rear and struck the victim. The driver then sped away from the scene.
The victim was then pronounced dead at the crash scene.
Moreover, CHP said the SUV may be a Jeep Cherokee or Toyota 4-Runner with round yellow headlights and square taillights.
Anyone who can help find the vehicle is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 559-498-7867.
Sweet Lawyers extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Eben Edgar Hammond Jr.
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