A hit-and-run incident involving a pedestrian occurred early this morning on the northbound lanes of State Route 99 near the Kansas Avenue Off-Ramp in Modesto, CA. The California Highway Patrol received reports of the incident at approximately 2:57 AM, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.
At around 3:00 AM, authorities confirmed that a pedestrian was down in the slow lane of the highway after being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene. Emergency medical services arrived shortly after at 3:05 AM to provide medical assistance to the injured pedestrian. While specific injuries were not disclosed, it was confirmed that medical attention was required.
As the situation developed, law enforcement initiated a search for the fleeing vehicle. By 3:10 AM, officers began checking the surrounding area, including the Briggsmore Off-Ramp, in an effort to locate the suspect vehicle. A bulletin was issued shortly thereafter to alert other units in the vicinity.
Stanislaus County emergency services were notified by 3:41 AM, underscoring the seriousness of the incident. The scene was secured, and an investigation into the hit-and-run began. By 4:55 AM, emergency units had cleared the scene, allowing traffic to resume normal operations.
This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers pedestrians face on busy roadways and the importance of driver vigilance. The California Highway Patrol is urging anyone with information regarding the hit-and-run vehicle to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
As the investigation continues, authorities are working diligently to gather evidence and locate the driver responsible for this incident. The CHP encourages the public to report any sightings or information related to the vehicle involved.