Woman Hurt in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident on Dinuba Boulevard and Vine Avenue [Visalia, CA]

Pedestrian Hospitalized Following Hit-and-Run Accident in Visalia

 
VISALIA, CA (March 30, 2020) — A woman suffered critical injuries following Wednesday’s hit-and-run pedestrian accident on Dinuba Boulevard and West Vine Avenue.
 
According to officers, the crash took place around 7:45 p.m. when a driver struck the woman crossing near Northside Shopping Center. Arriving officers found the victim, motionless in the middle of the road.
 
Due to the extent of her injuries, emergency personnel took her to Kaweah Delta Medical Center for treatment.
 
As for the vehicle involved, sources say it sped northbound immediately after striking the woman and sending her roughly a hundred feet from the point of impact.
 
Police closed the area near Food 4 Less as officers collected debris, evidence and statements from witnesses.
 
From their preliminary investigation, officers believe a midsize maroon-colored model that sustained front-end damage from the impact struck the woman. Yet anyone willing to help locate the hit-and-run driver’s whereabouts should call the Visalia Police Department Traffic Unit at 713-4237.
 
Driving may be a commonplace event, but remember to always be cautious and wary of your surroundings. Whether walking or driving, always prepare yourself for trouble. Being vigilant of your surroundings, making eye contact with others and expecting the worst is an excellent preventative way to avoid a car accident.

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