Leonard Gilberto Ortiz Fatally Struck by Hit-and-Run Driver on Orange Street [Redlands, CA]

Hit-and-Run Driver Wanted after Fatal Motorized Scooter Collision near Colton Avenue

REDLANDS, CA (October 16, 2018) – A man was killed early Tuesday morning following a hit-and-run crash near Colton Avenue. The deceased victim was later identified as 48-year-old Leonard Gilberto Ortiz, a resident of Redlands.

According to officials with the Redlands Police Department, the incident took place at about 6:30 AM. Ortiz was riding a moped-style scooter on Orange Street when he was struck by an SUV.

Paramedics rushed Ortiz to the Loma Linda University Medical Center for treatment of unspecified injuries. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead by medical staff. Meanwhile, the driver of the SUV did not stop to render aid and immediately fled the area.

Further descriptions of the suspect vehicle and the hit-and-run driver were not available. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision is encouraged to contact the Redlands PD at (909) 798-7681, ext. 1. Additional information will be released following the conclusion of the investigation.

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We at Sweet Law Group offer our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Leonard Gilberto Ortiz, a crossing guard at Lugonia Elementary School. He will be remembered for his sunny disposition and acts of kindness. May he rest in peace.

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