Fresno, California (October 26, 2025) — Fresno police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run after a 35-year-old man was found fatally injured in the roadway early Saturday morning, according to the Fresno Police Department.
Incident Details: Officers were dispatched around 3:30 a.m. to the 300 block of Hughes Avenue after a witness reported hearing a loud crash. When police arrived, they discovered a man lying in the road with severe injuries consistent with being struck by a vehicle. Despite life-saving efforts by first responders, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not yet been released, pending notification of his family.
The driver in the collision fled before officers arrived, and as of Sunday, no suspect or vehicle description has been made public. Fresno police closed Hughes Avenue for several hours while investigators examined debris and tire marks in the roadway.
Investigation: The Fresno Police Department’s Collision Reconstruction Unit is leading the investigation and is working to identify the driver responsible. Detectives are canvassing the area for surveillance footage and interviewing nearby residents who may have heard or seen the vehicle involved.
Because the suspect fled the scene, police are treating the case as a felony hit-and-run under California Vehicle Code §20001, which requires drivers involved in any injury or fatal collision to remain on scene, render aid, and notify law enforcement. Investigators urge anyone with information about the vehicle or driver to contact Fresno Police or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
Pedestrian fatalities in the early morning hours are often linked to low visibility, speed, or driver inattention. Authorities will review lighting conditions and roadway design to determine whether environmental factors played a role. Once the suspect is identified, the department’s findings will guide criminal charges and any subsequent civil proceedings.
Anyone with information about the driver or vehicle is urged to contact the Fresno Police so that justice may be served.
Legal Considerations: The family of the 35-year-old man may have grounds to pursue a wrongful death claim once the at-fault driver is located. In California, victims’ families can seek compensation for funeral expenses, emotional suffering, and loss of companionship. Because this case involves a felony hit-and-run, punitive damages may also be available to hold the driver financially accountable for fleeing the scene.
Even if the suspect remains unidentified, families may still recover compensation through uninsured motorist coverage or the state’s Victim Compensation Board. In such cases, an experienced personal injury lawyer can coordinate with investigators to ensure all available evidence and benefits are pursued on the family’s behalf.
I extend my deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the man killed in this tragic hit-and-run.
Source: ABC30 Fresno