Michelle Leon Dies in Hit-and-Run Crash on Markham Street [Mead Valley, CA]

Michelle Leon Killed in Markham Street Hit-and-Run Accident Near Hallet Street

 
MEAD VALLEY, CA (June 16, 2020) — An 18-year-old woman died following Sunday’s hit-and-run crash on Markham Street near Hallet Street.
 
According to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department, the incident befell in the 20790 block of Markham Street around 9:15 p.m.
 
Michelle Leon, along with a 19-year-old Riverside woman and a juvenile, was in the area when a westbound 1998-2002 gold Nissan Pathfinder slammed into them.
 
The driver of the supposed Nissan fled the scene, leaving the three with moderate to severe injuries, as well as a horse that subsequently required euthanization due to its serious injuries.
 
Investigators have no information surrounding how fast the Nissan driver had been going prior to the impact.
 
As a result of the crash, Leon died shortly after. The 19-year-old woman suffered life-threatening injuries while the juvenile sustained moderate injuries.
 
At this time, details remain unclear. However, if anyone can help officers determine the whereabouts of the driver, please call the Riverside CHP office at 951-637-8000.

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