Deputies Seeking Public's Assistance to Identify and Locate Hit and Run Suspect
DATE/TIME: Thursday, April 20, 2023, at approximately 8:50 a.m.
INCIDENT: CVC 20001: FELONY HIT AND RUN WITH INJURIES
PC 496d: POSSESSION OF A STOLEN VEHICLE
LOCATION: US Hwy 395/ Palmdale Rd., Adelanto
SUSPECT: Hispanic Male Adult (Please see attached photo)
SUMMARY: On Thursday, April 20, 2023, at approximately 8:50 a.m., a green, 2005 Nissan Altima ran a red light at the intersection of US Highway 395 and Palmdale Road, causing a collision with three other vehicles. The driver of the Altima fled the scene on foot and was last seen in the desert area northwest of the Stater Bros. shopping center. The occupant of one of the vehicles was transported to the hospital with injuries.
Through the investigation it was determined the Altima was stolen out of the city of Adelanto. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male adult, approximately 5’8” tall, with a thin build. He has short hair and a goatee, which is approximately 2 to 3 inches long. He was last seen wearing a black T-shirt, black pants, and black shoes with white laces. The attached photo was taken on the day of the collision from the surveillance camera at a local business.
The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Deputy Richard Morales, at Victor Valley Sheriff’s Station 760-552-6800. Callers can remain anonymous and contact We-Tip at 800-78CRIME or www.wetip.com.
Refer: Staci Parks
Station: Victor Valley
Phone No. (760) 552-6845
Case No. 242300891
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
Address/Location
SBSD - Victor Valley Sheriff's Department
11613 Bartlett Ave
Adelanto, CA 92301
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1