One person was killed after a pedestrian vs. vehicle hit-and-run crash involving DUI in Fremont on Sunday night, August 4, 2024.
According to the Fremont Police Department, the fatal accident occurred around 8:40 p.m. along Mission Boulevard near Nursery Avenue in Fremont’s Niles district.
Police said that 29-year-old Brian G. from Hayward was driving an unspecified vehicle while intoxicated when he struck a man who was jogging northbound along Mission Boulevard before fleeing on foot. Medical responders pronounced the victim dead at the scene shortly upon arrival.
After receiving a phone call from the police, Brian G. reportedly turned himself in. By 9:59 p.m. on the same date, he was arrested by the police in Hayward. He was then booked into Santa Rita Jail on Monday morning on suspicion of DUI and hit-and-run, causing bodily injury.
Further information about the victim’s identity, including his name and age, was not immediately provided.
Police work is underway.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
