Authorities searching for hit-and-run driver responsible for fatal collision
55-year-old Orosi resident identified as Rafael Mariscal was killed while walking across State Route 63 near Avenue 404 by a hit-and-run driver who fled the scene on Thursday night in Cutler, CA, according to a local news article.
As mentioned in the news report, the accident took place at about 7:00 p.m. on Thursday night on State Route 63 near Avenue 404 when Rafael Mariscal, a 55-year-old from Orosi, attempted to walk across the road.
A driver reportedly failed to stop and struck the pedestrian before fleeing the scene, the article reported.
Authorities responded to the accident and pronounced the victim dead as a result of his injuries.
Currently, this incident is under review in an ongoing investigation by the authorities, and further details will be reviewed and released to the public as it is determined.
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