Homicide investigation underway after pedestrian crash leaves 1 dead, 2 hurt in Auburn
One pedestrian was killed early Wednesday and another remains hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle, possibly intentionally, in Auburn, authorities say.
The incident occurred between 1 and 2 a.m. in the 100 block of Cleveland Avenue, near High Street and Lincoln Way, where three people were struck by a vehicle that fled the scene, Auburn police spokesman Lt. Michael Garlock said.
One victim suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene, while another was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The third was hit as the suspect vehicle was fleeing and died at a hospital.
The incident is being investigated as assault with a deadly weapon or a homicide, as witnesses report the collision may have been intentional, according to Garlock.
“We’re investigating the cause of why and what led up to the collision,” Garlock said. A police news release said the initial investigation indicated the assault was intentional.
No arrests have been made, and no information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle has been released, Garlock said.
“This matter is wholeheartedly tragic and is a senseless crime.” Auburn Police Chief Ryan L. Kinnan said in a prepared statement. “I want to express condolences to the victims and their families as they go through this difficult time.
“Right now, the police department’s main focus is to locate the suspect and the vehicle. We will investigate this matter quickly and thoroughly.”
Identification of the person killed will be handled by the Placer County Coroner’s Office.
Cleveland Avenue was open to traffic as of Wednesday afternoon, according to the Auburn Police Department.
This story was originally published October 16, 2019 at 8:18 AM.
