A 30-year-old man was struck and killed after a suspected DUI and hit-and-run crash involving two vehicles in Fresno early Friday morning, August 16, 2024.
According to the Fresno Police Department, the incident occurred at midnight at the intersection of Belmont Avenue and Mariposa Street.
Officers responded to the collision and found the man had been struck by an RV and another vehicle. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities stated that the RV was traveling west on Belmont Avenue when it collided with the pedestrian, who had stepped out into the road. Shortly after, a sedan also struck the pedestrian and fled the scene.
Police are investigating a possible DUI involving the driver of the RV and a possible hit-and-run involving the driver of the sedan.
There is no additional information immediately available.
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- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
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