A northbound vehicle struck him in a marked crosswalk at 23rd Street
September 01, 2026 | Richmond, CA
An 81-year-old man died after being struck by a vehicle while crossing in a marked crosswalk.
What happened in the crash?
Rafael Delgado, 81, died after a northbound vehicle struck him in a marked crosswalk at 23rd Street and Hellings Avenue.
- Date and time: Friday night around 8:30 p.m.
- Location: 23rd Street and Hellings Avenue
- Victim: Rafael Delgado, 81, of Richmond
- Incident details: Northbound vehicle struck Delgado, carried him on the hood, then fled
- Outcome: Delgado sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene
How was the suspect identified?
Richmond police used video surveillance and Automated License Plate Reader technology to locate the vehicle. The car was found abandoned and seized as evidence. A 66-year-old man was taken into custody on Aug. 30 in the 400 block of Fourth Street. Charges filed include felony hit-and-run, vehicular manslaughter, and driving with a suspended license.
The case remains active.
Crash statistics
| Statistic | Source | Figure |
|---|
| Hit-and-run crashes per minute | Federal Highway Administration | More than 1 |
| Annual pedestrian fatalities | CDC | Over 7,500 |
Legal insights
In cases such as this, prompt investigation helps establish contributing factors including road conditions, visibility, and lighting.
Having the proper resources is extremely important to investigate a hit-and-run accident case and prove negligence. Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors considered and examined.
— Candice bond, managing partner of bond legal
The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.
— Stefano formica, of counsel at bond legal
Pending investigation, families may pursue claims for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
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