Horrific Pedestrian Crash on Belmont Avenue Kills 30-Year-Old Man [Fresno, CA]

Fresno, CA (August 17, 2024) On Friday, a 30-year-old man was killed after a suspected DUI pedestrian crash on Belmont Avenue.

According to the Fresno Police Department, the deadly hit-and-run crash happened around midnight at Belmont and Mariposa avenues.

Reports say that a westbound Recreational Vehicle and possibly a sedan struck a pedestrian. Officials pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene.

Officials say that the driver of the RV may have been driving impaired, while the other vehicle fled the scene.

Authorities are investigating the fatal pedestrian crash and have not released additional information at this time.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our deepest condolences to the bereaved family. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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