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A 64-year-old man was killed after being struck by a suspected drunk driver on southbound Highway 165 near Third Street in Hilmar, Merced County, late Friday night, September 5, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, officers received reports just after 11:20 p.m. that a pedestrian had been hit by a dark-colored Chevrolet Silverado traveling at a high rate of speed.
Emergency personnel pronounced the victim deceased at the scene. His identity has not yet been released.
CHP officers reported that the driver, later identified as 40-year-old Angel O. of Los Banos, continued driving after striking the man. Angel was stopped around 11:40 p.m. by a CHP sergeant on Highway 165 at Henry Miller Avenue.
Investigators said that the driver was driving southbound at a high rate of speed when the victim, walking in the southbound lane, attempted to cross the lanes. The front of the truck struck the pedestrian, throwing him into the air before he landed on the east shoulder of the highway.
Authorities determined that the driver was under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs and booked him on charges of murder, felony DUI, and felony hit-and-run.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident.
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.
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