Fresno, CA – In the early morning of Monday, April 21, 2025, a pedestrian was fatally injured in a vehicle collision, according to The Fresno Bee.
The Fresno Police Department reports that the accident took place shortly after 5:30 AM near the intersection of Olive and Chestnut avenues.
Responding officers found an unidentified male pedestrian in the roadway. He was transported to Community Regional Medical Center, where he underwent emergency surgery but died during the procedure. His age and identity have not yet been released.
Authorities stated that the driver involved in the collision initially left the scene but later returned. The individual is cooperating with investigators. It is not currently known whether any charges will be filed in connection with the incident.
The investigation into the circumstances of the collision is ongoing.
California Hit-and-Run Laws
California Law requires drivers involved in a collision to stop their vehicle, notify law enforcement, and exchange insurance information with others involved. Failure to do so, considered to be a “hit-and-run,” is a misdemeanor in cases of property damage and a felony when someone has been injured.
Duty of Care Toward Pedestrians
Drivers have a Duty of Care towards pedestrians, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for pedestrians near the roadway and, if a collision occurs, staying with the victim to ensure they get proper medical treatment and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
For those injured in a pedestrian accident, filing a Personal Injury Claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills and other related damages. Should the at-fault driver avoid legal consequences, compensation might still be available through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage.
