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Pedestrian Found Dead in Hit-and-Run Accident on 5 Freeway Near Cristianitos Road [San Clemente, CA]
Person Fatally Struck by Hit-and-Run Driver in San Clemente
SAN CLEMENTE, CA (March 8, 2019) – Authorities are searching for the hit-and-run driver who fatally struck a pedestrian on the 5 Freeway near Cristianitos Road Thursday.
Around 6:40 a.m., dispatchers responded to a call regarding a body located off the 5 South Freeway.
Once officers arrived, they found a pedestrian lying near the freeway, subsequently pronouncing the victim dead at the scene. According to reports, authorities found zero sign of any drivers nearby. However, investigators are searching for the possible hit-and-run driver involved in this fatal crash.
The incident left the area blocked due to investigations.
With deepest sympathies, our firm would like to express our thoughts of courage and support to those mourning the loss of their loved one.
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