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Fairfield, CA Police Department
Thursday August 31st, 2023 :: 08:50 a.m. PDT

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Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle, Killed While Crossing the Street

Last night, at approximately 10:43 pm, a male pedestrian on a motor scooter was crossing Travis Boulevard at Clay Street when he was struck by a vehicle.  

The pedestrian, who is not being identified at this time pending notification of next-of-kin, suffered severe injuries and was declared deceased at the scene by Fairfield Fire paramedics. 

The Traffic Unit was called out and immediately took over the investigation. 

A Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) examined the driver, 60-year-old Willie Weaver of Fairfield. Following the examination, Mr. Weaver was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and booked for gross vehicular manslaughter. 

At the time of the incident, Mr. Weaver was driving a black 2001 Honda Accord, which was towed from the scene. 

The Traffic Unit requests that anyone who witnessed this incident, or might have relevant information, call the department at (707)428-7300.

Please contact Public Information Officer Jennifer Brantley at (707)428-7444 or [email protected] with media inquiries  

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Fairfield, CA Police Department
1000 Webster St
Fairfield, CA 94533

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Non-emergencies: 707-428-7300

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