Orange Pedestrian Accident on Chapman Avenue and Haster Street
ORANGE, CA (May 30, 2019) – A pedestrian was struck by a car and injured on Chapman Avenue and Haster Street on May 28.
The officers came to Chapman Avenue and Haster Street around 9:30 p.m. Upon their arrival, they found the victim with moderate, non-life-threatening injuries. Responders transported the victim to a hospital.
The circumstances that led to the collision remains unidentified as of this time. According to a news photographer, police believe the victim is around 14-years-old.
The driver remained at the scene. In addition, the authorities ruled out drugs or alcohol as a factor in the collision.
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