[11-01-2026] Kern County, CA – 68-Year-Old Man in Motorized Wheelchair Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash in Oildale

A 68-year-old man in a motorized wheelchair was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Oildale, Kern County, on Sunday night, November 1, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened just after 7:30 p.m., as a Toyota Venza was traveling northbound on North Chester Avenue at the intersection with Roberts Lane.

CHP said the man was crossing eastbound in his wheelchair. He crossed the southbound lanes and then entered the northbound lanes, where the Toyota struck him. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver of the Toyota left the scene. CHP said it is unknown whether impairment played a role in the collision.

The investigation is ongoing.

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