Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on 5 Freeway at Hammer Lane [STOCKTON, CA]

Early Morning Pedestrian Crash on 5 Freeway in Stockton Turns Deadly

 
STOCKTON, CA (August 19, 2019) – A pedestrian was killed following a hit-and-run crash early Monday morning on 5 Freeway in Stockton, CHP officials said.
 
Just before 4:00 a.m., drivers reported seeing a body in the northbound lanes of the freeway near the Hammer Lane on-ramp.
 
Fire crews along with paramedics responded and pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. The identity of the victim was not immediately available.
 
The respondsible driver that struck the pedestrian did not stop.
 
Two lanes were closed for two hours as officers investigated the incident. All lanes have since reopened.

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No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the loved ones and friends affected by this tragic loss.

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