Fresno, CA (October 5, 2025) – A pedestrian suffered moderate injuries Sunday night after being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene in central Fresno, according to police.
Accident Details: Officers say the collision happened just after 9:30 p.m. at Cedar and Cornell Avenues, south of Shields. The victim was transported to Community Regional Medical Center with moderate injuries. Investigators said the involved vehicle left the area. Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a dark-colored sedan, model years 2016 to 2018. No suspect description has been released at this time. Traffic in the immediate area was impacted during the response as officers documented the scene and canvassed for witnesses and cameras.
Investigation: Fresno police are reviewing nearby surveillance systems and any available dashcam footage to identify the vehicle and its driver. Detectives will also examine debris and paint transfer to narrow the potential make and model range. Anyone who was in the area at the time or who may have captured video is urged to come forward as the investigation remains active.
Legal Considerations: Hit-and-run crashes can lead to both criminal charges and civil liability. Even when a driver is not immediately identified, injured pedestrians may still pursue claims through uninsured motorist coverage and other avenues. Preserving medical records, photographs, and any witness information can help support a future claim for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
This was a frightening incident for the victim and those nearby. I wish the injured pedestrian a full and speedy recovery following this Fresno hit-and-run.
Source: ABC30