One Person Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on Orangethorpe Avenue East
Fullerton, CA (September 17, 2020) – On Wednesday, one pedestrian lost his life in a hit-and-run crash on Orangethorpe Avenue east.
Police said the victim was standing in the middle of a road on of Auto Center Drive before 5:40 a.m. when a vehicle suddenly struck him.
Immediately, the driver fled after the incident.
Moreover, the authorities pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene.
Please call the police at 714-738-6812 if you have further details about the crash. The Orange County Crime Stoppers will accept anonymous tips at 855-TIP-OCCS.
With heavy hearts, we at Sweet Lawyers send our thoughts and prayers to the family and community of the deceased.
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