SANTA ANA, CA – An elderly woman sustained fatal injuries in a pedestrian collision near Lincoln Elementary School on Tuesday morning, reports News Santa Ana.
According to the Santa Ana Police department, the crash occurred at the intersection of South Sullivan Street and Willits Street around 11:54 a.m.
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When officers arrived, they found an elderly woman lying in the road with serious injuries. Crews with the Orange County Fire Authority gave emergency treatment before the female was taken to a nearby hospital. She was later declared deceased at the hospital.
The victim was reportedly crossing Willits Street at the intersection, when a southbound vehicle attempted to turn eastbound and hit the woman.
The driver left the scene, but was subsequently located several blocks away at his residence. Officials said he cooperated with their investigation. It is not believed that alcohol played a role in the accident.
Authorities urge anyone with more information regarding the incident to call Cpl. W. Hadley at (714) 245-8216 or the Santa Ana Police Department’s Traffic Division at (714) 245-8200.
This blog will be updated if more pertinent details come to light.
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