[11-05-2026] Riverside County, CA – 72-Year-Old Woman Killed in Suspected DUI Hit-and-Run Crash on Adams St. and California Ave.

A 72-year-old woman, identified as Michelle H., was killed in a suspected DUI hit-and-run crash in Riverside on Thursday, November 5, 2026.

According to the Riverside Police Department, the incident occurred shortly before 3:00 a.m. at the intersection of Adams Street and California Avenue.

Authorities said the victim was driving her sedan through the intersection when another vehicle, allegedly driven by 30-year-old Jose A., struck her.

Police said Jose fled the scene following the collision. Officers later located and detained him near Adams Street and Arlington Avenue.

The victim was transported to Riverside Community Hospital in grave condition. She died from her injuries approximately four hours after the crash.

According to Detective Steve Espinosa, officers observed signs consistent with alcohol intoxication when they contacted Jose. He was taken into custody without incident and booked into the Robert Presley Jail on suspicion of felony DUI and hit-and-run resulting in death.

As of Friday, November 6, bail information was unavailable. The case was expected to be submitted to the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office for review on Monday, November 9, unless Jose posted bond over the weekend.

Authorities continue to investigate the crash.

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