Driver Suspected of Hit-and-Run Crash on Santa Clara Street Injuring 1 Pedestrian
Fillmore, CA (June 17, 2020)– A driver is still at large following a hit-and-run crash on Santa Clara Street that injures a pedestrian.
The pedestrian accident occurred on June 14 on Santa Clara Street, east of B Street. According to the Fillmore Police Department, the crash happened around 11:59 p.m. involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
Police arrived at the scene and found the pedestrian laying on the road after getting hit by a truck. Reports said the pedestrian suffered serious injuries due to the incident.
Police Investigation
The crash incident was captured from the surveillance at the scene. The truck was described as light-colored, four-door Chevrolet or GMC pickup truck. The captured video showed that the truck fled the scene right after hitting the pedestrian.
Furthermore, the police are asking anyone who might have information regarding the hit-and-run crash on Santa Clara Street. Anyone who can help in identifying the truck is encouraged to call the Fillmore Police Department.
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