Jose Garcia Arrested in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident on Stone Street [Salinas, CA]

2 Hurt in Salinas Pedestrian Accident on Stone Street

 
SALINAS, CA (January 21, 2020) – Two people suffered serious injuries after a hit-and-run pedestrian accident on Stone Street, on January 13.
 
Authorities arrested a man after seriously injuring two women ages 90 and 68 in a hit-and-run crash. First responders arrived at Sacred Heart Church and 22 Stone Street.
 
According to reports, a northbound silver Chevrolet Suburban hit both woman and fled the scene.
 
Responders took the injured people to Natividad Medical Center with serious injuries. Moreover, the 68-year-old victim was released from the hospital. However, the 90-year-old victim is still listed in serious but stable condition.
 
On January 18, officers found the suspect, in this case, 63-year-old Jose Garcia. They arrested Garcia on suspicion of hit-and-run
resulting in injury, driving without a license and a probation violation. They set his bail at $200,000 and booked him into the Monterey County Jail.
 
The authorities also took his vehicle as evidence.
 
Whether you are a driver or a pedestrian, it is important to abide by all traffic laws and observe safety precautions. If you are behind the wheel, do your part to avoid distractions and look out for pedestrians at all times. In addition, when crossing the street, do so at designated crosswalks or intersections.

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