![[09-29-2025] Woman Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on Hughes Avenue South of Belmont Avenue](https://ak1.to//FZcm.webp)
A 25-year-old woman was killed after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run collision on Hughes Avenue just south of Belmont Avenue in west Fresno on Monday night, September 29, 2025.
According to Fresno Police, officers responded to the crash at 8:15 p.m. and found the woman unconscious in the roadway.
Despite efforts to perform CPR and transport her to the hospital, she died from her injuries. Police said the victim had exited a vehicle involved in a disturbance, and as she stepped onto the roadway, she was struck by a separate dark-colored sedan, which stopped briefly before fleeing the scene.
Police are searching for the vehicle, which may have damage on the passenger side. Authorities are treating the incident as a fatal hit-and-run, with the suspect facing possible felony vehicular manslaughter charges.
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.
