Hemet, CA (September 27, 2024) A mother pushed her young child in a stroller near Ramona Elementary School in Hemet on Thursday, September 26th, 2024. A hit-and-run driver struck them both at the intersection of Salt Circle and Yale Street, around 7:45 a.m., according to reports. Both victims were injured in the accident.
The streets were busy as parents dropped off their children at Ramona Elementary School in Hemet on Thursday morning. Around 7:45, a mother was pushing a young child in a stroller and began crossing the street at the intersection of Salt Circle and Yale Street. As she crossed, a vehicle struck them both and then continued driving until they were out of sight.
Emergency personnel arrived and found the woman and child with non-life-threatening injuries. They were both transported to a hospital in the area to receive medical attention, officers reported. Witnesses told authorities that the vehicle was a light-colored pickup truck. Investigators are working diligently to find the suspect vehicle, and bring the driver to justice.
All of us at Accident News Now wish both the mother and the child full and quick recoveries, following this horrible hit-and-run accident. We know that situations like this are stressful and our team of legal representatives is ready to offer guidance and support during this time. You can contact them at your convenience, day or night.
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