![[10-30-2025] Man in Wheelchair Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on O Street in Bakersfield](https://ak1.to//NE^I.webp)
A man in a wheelchair was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver on O Street in Bakersfield on Thursday morning, October 30, 2025.
According to the Bakersfield Police Department, the crash occurred around 6:25 a.m. in the 3600 block of O Street, near Stella Hills Elementary School.
Officers found the man in the roadway suffering from severe injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The suspect vehicle, which was traveling northbound on O Street at a high rate of speed, struck the pedestrian who was crossing outside of a crosswalk in a wheelchair.
The vehicle fled the scene, and the investigation is ongoing.
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.
